astrachan
/ˈæstrəkæn/
noun
- A type of fur made from the wool of young karakul lambs, with a tight, curly pattern.
- She wore a warm coat trimmed with astrachan.
- Astrachan was once a popular material for winter accessories.
- The vintage hat was made of soft black astrachan.
- A fabric that imitates the curly wool of astrachan fur.
- They chose an astrachan-patterned upholstery for the antique sofa.
- The jacket was made of synthetic astrachan, not real fur.
- Modern astrachan fabrics are often used in costume design.