kaross

ka·ross

K k

Definitions of kaross word

noun kaross a cloak or rug of animal skins used in southern Africa. 1
noun kaross A rug or blanket of sewn animal skins, formerly worn as a garment by African people, now used as a bed or floor covering. 1
noun kaross a garment of skins worn by indigenous peoples in southern Africa 0
noun kaross in S Africa, a cape, blanket, or rug made of animal skins 0
noun kaross A treated animal-skin cloak with the hair still left on. 0
noun kaross A treated animal-skin blanket with the hair left on. 0

before 1725

One of the 49% newest English words

1725-35; < Afrikaans karos, probably < Khoikhoi

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 73% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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