Chinchilla (Noun)
Meaning 1
A thick twilled fabric of wool and cotton.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Meaning 2
The expensive silvery grey fur of the chinchilla.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The soft and luxurious chinchilla fur was highly prized by fashion designers for its exceptional warmth and beauty.
- Chinchilla coats were once a status symbol among the wealthy, who could afford the expensive and exclusive fur.
- The chinchilla's thick, silvery grey fur made it a popular choice for high-end clothing and accessories.
- In the early 20th century, chinchilla fur was considered one of the most valuable and sought-after types of fur in the world.
- The chinchilla's remarkable fur was not only prized for its beauty, but also for its exceptional softness and warmth.
Hypernyms
Meaning 3
Small rodent with soft pearly grey fur; native to the Andes but bred in captivity for fur.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.