Chammied: meaning, definitions and examples
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chammied
[ หสงรฆmiหd ]
personal care
To chammy means to dry or polish something, especially using a chammy leather cloth. This action is commonly applied to automobiles, glasses, or skin for a smooth finish.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She chamied the car's windshield until it shined.
- After the shower, he chamied his skin to remove excess water.
- He carefully chamied the old leather furniture to restore its luster.
Translations
Translations of the word "chammied" in other languages:
๐ต๐น chammied
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคฎเคฟเคก
๐ฉ๐ช chammied
๐ฎ๐ฉ chammied
๐บ๐ฆ chammied
๐ต๐ฑ chammied
๐ฏ๐ต chammied
๐ซ๐ท chammied
๐ช๐ธ chammied
๐น๐ท chammied
๐ฐ๐ท chammied
๐ธ๐ฆ chammied
๐จ๐ฟ chammied
๐ธ๐ฐ chammied
๐จ๐ณ chammied
๐ธ๐ฎ chammied
๐ฎ๐ธ chammied
๐ฐ๐ฟ chammied
๐ฌ๐ช chammied
๐ฆ๐ฟ chammied
๐ฒ๐ฝ chammied
Etymology
The term 'chammy' or 'shammy' originates from the late 18th century, evolving from the French word 'chamois' which refers to a type of skin obtained from the chamois goat, traditionally used for making leather. Over time, the word has become associated with any soft, absorbent leather or cloth used for drying or polishing surfaces. The use of chamois in personal care and vehicle cleaning reflects the adaptability and functionality of this material in various contexts, showcasing its enduring presence in both daily life and specialized industries.