cashmere

[/ˈkæʃmɪr/ or /ˈkæʒ.mɪr/]
nounmasculinopl: cashmeres
caxemira
1. A fine, soft wool obtained from the Kashmir goat, used to make luxury textiles and clothing
She wore a cashmere sweater that was incredibly soft and warm.
Ela usava um suéter de caxemira que era incrivelmente macio e quente.
2. Fabric or garment made from this wool
The boutique specializes in high-quality cashmere products.
A butique se especializa em produtos de caxemira de alta qualidade.
3. A region in the Himalayan mountains, historically disputed between India and Pakistan
Kashmir has been a point of geopolitical tension for decades.
Caxemira tem sido um ponto de tensão geopolítica por décadas.
Cashmere is considered a luxury item in both Brazilian and American cultures, symbolizing wealth and sophistication. In Brazil, cashmere pieces are often seen as high-end fashion statements, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro's upscale neighborhoods. In the USA, cashmere has become more accessible through mass-market retailers while maintaining its association with luxury and premium quality.
NYC Slang
cash (informal abbreviation for cashmere in fashion industry contexts)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cashmere woolpashminafine woolluxury fiber
Antonyms / Antônimos
synthetic fabricpolyesteracryliccotton

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
caxemira
Standard term used throughout Brazil for the fabric and fiber
Rio de Janeiro
caxemira
Commonly used in fashion and luxury contexts
São Paulo
caxemira
Used in high-end fashion districts and boutiques
Portugal
caxemira
Same term used, though cashmere is also commonly used in English

Related Words

woolfibertextilesweatershawlluxury clothingKashmir goatknit

Related Idioms & Phrases

cashmere jungle - a term used in fashion to describe competitive luxury markets
soft as cashmere - description of something extremely soft and luxurious
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