Chamoises

/ˈʃæmwɑːzɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of chamoise; multiple pieces of chamois leather or cloth.

Etymology

Plural of chamoise, the French form of chamois. This spelling preserves the French plural convention while being used in English technical contexts.

Kelly Says

Different regions of the Alps became famous for different qualities of chamoises—Savoy chamois was considered the gold standard, so it was often counterfeited with inferior leather from other goats!

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