sables

/ˈseɪ.bəlz/

NOUN

1. Sable mammals

Small carnivorous mammals of the marten family, native to northern Eurasia and nearby regions, known for their dense, dark brown fur.

1.1. Martens and fur-bearing mammals

Sable animals and closely related mammals belonging to the marten family.

Synonyms

  • martens

Examples

  • The wildlife researchers observed several sables in the northern forests.

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NOUN

2. Sable fur and animal pelts

The fur or pelt of sable animals or other fur-bearing animals, particularly when used for clothing, accessories, or other products.

2.1. Animal furs and pelts

Fur, hides, and skins obtained from animals and used as materials for garments, accessories, and other manufactured goods.

Synonyms

  • furs
  • pelts
  • hides
  • skins
  • fleeces
  • Persian lambs
  • lambskins
  • sheepskins
  • deerskins
  • doeskins
  • goatskins
  • cowhides
  • horsehides
  • buckskins
  • calfskins
  • chamois
  • chinchillas
  • mink
  • minks
  • moutons
  • muskrats
  • sealskins
  • sharkskins
  • snakeskins
  • suedes
  • rawhides

Examples

  • The fashion designer crafted a collection featuring luxurious sables as a prominent element.
  • The coat of the rare Siberian squirrel was often mistaken for the fur of the prized sables.

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NOUN

3. Black mourning garments

Black clothing traditionally worn to express grief or mourning, especially during funerals or periods of bereavement.

3.1. Mourning attire

Black garments worn by people as a traditional expression of grief following someone's death.

Synonyms

  • black garments
  • mourning clothes

Related Words

  • mourning
  • bereavement
  • funeral attire
  • grief