Definitions for moleskin
ˈmoʊlˌskɪnmole·skin

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. moleskinnoun

   a durable cotton fabric with a velvety nap

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1. moleskinnoun

   A soft fabric having an adhesive backing, applied to the skin at points susceptible to abrasion, as on the feet, to prevent irritation or blistering during exercise, such as hiking.

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. moleskinnoun

   The fur of a mole

2. moleskinnoun

   A cotton twill fabric with a heavy velvety nap

3. moleskinnoun

   clothing made of this fabric

4. moleskinnoun

   A padded adhesive bandage used to prevent or treat blisters

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Moleskin

   Moleskin is a heavy cotton fabric, woven and then shorn to create a short, soft pile on one side. The feel and appearance of its nap is suede-like, less plush than velour and more like felt or chamois. The word is also used for clothing made from this fabric. Clothing made from moleskin is noted for its softness and durability. Some variants of the cloth are so densely woven as to be windproof.Its name is due to the soft brushed hand of the fabric, similar to mole fur. Though mole pelts have been used to make fur clothing, they are not referred to as "moleskin", which is also a term for soft, dense adhesive pads stuck to the skin to prevent blisters.

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1. moleskin

   Moleskin is a heavy cotton fabric, woven and then sheared to create a short, soft pile on one side. It resembles the skin of a mole, hence its name. It is very durable and wind-resistant, making it desirable for clothing and upholstery. In a medical context, moleskin can also refer to an adhesive pad used to protect the skin from friction and pressure, often applied to prevent blisters and chafing.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Moleskinnoun

   any fabric having a thick soft shag, like the fur of a mole; esp., a kind of strong twilled fustian

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1. Moleskin

   Moleskin is a heavy cotton fabric, woven and then sheared to create a short, soft pile on one side. The word is also used for clothing made from this fabric, as well as adhesive pads stuck to the skin to prevent blisters. Clothing made from moleskin is noted for its softness and durability. Some variants of the cloth are so densely woven as to be windproof. The fabric, in a grayish olive-drab color, was used for West German Army uniforms from the 1960s until the early 1990s, when it was replaced by a polyester-cotton blend twill printed with a camouflage pattern called Flecktarn. German moleskin was not sheared and thus had a flat, smooth outer side, differing from British moleskin. It was nonetheless a tough, densely woven material strongly resistant against wind and abrasion. Its chief weakness was its weight and lack of water resistance. Moleskin can be coated with an adhesive backing and used to prevent or treat friction injuries of the feet. In the case of a blister, the moleskin is cut with a hole in the center so the fabric does not adhere to the blister directly. The thickness of the surrounding moleskin protects the blister from further friction. Cotton "sateen" is a variant of moleskin. It utilizes cheaper short-strand cotton to create a softer feeling fabric that is relatively fragile and wears quickly.

Etymology and OriginsRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Moleskin

   A superior fabric of fustian or strong cotton distinguished for a smoothness like the hair of the mole.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of moleskin in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of moleskin in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=moleskin
2. ^ GCIDE
   https://gcide.gnu.org.ua/?q=moleskin
3. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Moleskin
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moleskin
5. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moleskin
7. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=moleskin
8. ^ Etymology and Origins
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/54657/pg54657-images.html#:~:text=moleskin