A fine, soft fabric made from wool, often used for high-quality clothing like suits and overcoats.
From Kashmir, the region famous for its fine wool production; spelled 'cassimere' as a variant of 'cashmere,' showing how English spelling evolved.
Cashmere comes from a specific goat breed in the Himalayas, and their wool is so fine and warm that one goat's annual fiber is worth hundreds of dollars!
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