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Sheepskin Definition & Meaning

sheepskin
noun
  1. tanned skin of a sheep with the fleece left on; used for clothing
  2. skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
  3. a document certifying the successful completion of a course of study

"Sheepskin" in song lyrics

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  • "sleeping on sheepskin"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with sheepskin

Usage tips for "sheepskin"

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Frequently asked questions

What does sheepskin mean?
tanned skin of a sheep with the fleece left on; used for clothing skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on a document certifying the successful completion of a course of study
What part of speech is sheepskin?
Sheepskin is a noun.
How many definitions does sheepskin have?
Sheepskin has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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