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moleskin

noun mole·skin \-ˌskin\

: the skin of the mole used as fur

: a soft cotton cloth

Full Definition of MOLESKIN

1
:  the skin of the mole used as fur
2
a :  a heavy durable cotton fabric with a short thick velvety nap on one side
b :  a garment made of moleskin —usually used in plural
c :  adhesive padding (as for blisters) made of moleskin
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First Known Use of MOLESKIN

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