Buckskin: meaning, definitions and examples

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buckskin

 

[ หˆbสŒkหŒskษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

material type

Buckskin is a soft, pliable leather made from the hide of a deer or other animal, historically used by Native Americans and early settlers for clothing and various goods. It is known for its durability and comfort, making it a popular choice for moccasins and other wearable items. Buckskin can also be treated and dyed in various colors, enhancing its aesthetic appeal. Today, buckskin is often associated with traditional crafts and outdoor activities.

Synonyms

hide, leather, suede

Examples of usage

  • He wore a buckskin jacket while hiking.
  • The artisans crafted beautiful bags from buckskin.
  • Buckskin was the ideal material for making moccasins.

Translations

Translations of the word "buckskin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น couro de veado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเค•เคธเค•เคฟเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Buckskin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kulit rusa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะปะตะฝัŒั ัˆะบั–ั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ skรณra jelenia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒƒใ‚ฏใ‚นใ‚ญใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cuir de cerf

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cuero de ciervo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท geyik derisi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ฌ์Šด ๊ฐ€์ฃฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌู„ุฏ ุงู„ุบุฒุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jelenรญ kลฏลพe

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jelenia koลพa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้นฟ็šฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jelenja koลพa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hjรถrtruskinn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผาฏะนั–ะทะดั– ั‚ะตั€ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒšแƒ•แƒ แƒ˜แƒก แƒขแƒงแƒแƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™vษ™ dษ™risi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cuero de ciervo

Etymology

The term 'buckskin' originates from the combination of the words 'buck,' referring to a male deer, and 'skin,' which denotes the hide of the animal. Historically, Native American tribes utilized the hides of deer, often through skilled tanning processes, to create garments and other essential items. The practice of making and wearing buckskin became prominent among European settlers in North America, who learned from Indigenous techniques and adapted them. Buckskin became a popular material during the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in frontier and wilderness cultures. Its cultural significance continues today, often symbolizing traditional craftsmanship and heritage in Native American and pioneer histories.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,226, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.