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Jyutpingke1 si6 me1
Yalekē sih mē
Definition
Cashmere; fine wool fiber obtained from cashmere goats used to make clothing and blankets.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
Borrowed directly from the English word cashmere, this term is exclusively used in the context of high-quality wool products. It carries a connotation of luxury and comfort, often appearing in fashion retail settings. You will rarely hear it used outside of describing specific garments or textiles.
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This cashmere scarf is very warm.
Where did you buy your cashmere sweater?
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