Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shammy

noun

/ˈʃæmi/

Definition

A type of leather made from the skin of certain animals, traditionally used for polishing and cleaning because of its absorbent nature.

Examples

He used a shammy to dry the car after washing it.
The artist preferred a shammy to clean her brushes because it was gentle on the bristles.
Everyone in the workshop had a shammy cloth handy for polishing their tools.

Meaning

Shammy refers to a soft, absorbent leather that is used for various cleaning and polishing tasks, often valued for its effectiveness and gentleness on surfaces.