1. A fabric with a curled or looped pile, resembling the fur of a young karakul lamb, used for coats and trimmings.
Usage: Also called astrakhan; often used in fashion and textile contexts
2. The fur of a young karakul lamb, prized for its soft, curled texture.
Usage: Natural material; less common in modern usage due to animal welfare concerns

Examples

• She wore an elegant coat trimmed with astrachan collar.
• The astrachan fabric had a distinctive curled pile that felt luxurious.
• Victorian fashion often featured astrachan as a luxury trim on winter garments.
• The designer chose astrachan for its rich texture and appearance.
• Astrachan was a popular choice for expensive coats in the early 20th century.