Chamois leather (i or ɑː) — sometimes known as a wash-leather or by the trade name `Shammy` — is a type of porous leather that is favored for its gentle, non-abrasive composition and absorption properties. It has a range of uses: Imitation chamois leather is made using other leathers (such as goat or pig), and synthetic chamois leather is .....
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Originally made from the skin of the chamois, but now made from oil tanned sheepskin, widely used for washing cars, windows etc. Notable for its ability to absorb large quantities of water.
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A soft leather originally made from the skins of the Alpine antelope known as the chamois but at the present time from the fleshers of sheepskins. Certain grades used to be used in gloves and fancy articles but the staple employment is for cleaning and polishing, primarily automobile. (11) Chamois is characterised by an ability to absorb at least t...
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