buckskin

/ˈbʌkˌskɪn/
adjective
  1. Made of or resembling buckskin leather.
    • She found a buckskin jacket at the thrift store.
    • The museum displayed a buckskin bag used by Native Americans.
    • He wore a buckskin vest to the historical reenactment.
  2. Having a light yellowish-brown color.
    • His buckskin boots matched his belt perfectly.
    • The dog had a beautiful buckskin coat.
    • She painted the fence a buckskin shade.
noun
  1. Soft, strong leather made from the skin of a deer or other animal, often used for clothing or gloves.
    • She bought a pair of buckskin gloves for the winter.
    • The pioneer wore a jacket made of buckskin.
    • Buckskin is popular for making moccasins because it is durable.
  2. A horse with a light tan or yellowish coat and a black mane and tail.
    • She admired the buckskin grazing in the pasture.
    • Buckskins are known for their endurance and calm temperament.
    • The cowboy rode a beautiful buckskin across the prairie.
  3. A light yellowish-brown color, like that of tanned deerskin.
    • The sofa was upholstered in a soft buckskin fabric.
    • He chose a buckskin shirt to match his boots.
    • The living room walls were painted a warm buckskin color.
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