1. the fur or hide of a bear
2. tall black fur hats worn by certain military guards, especially British guards
Usage: military

Examples

• The hunters sold the bearskins at the trading post.
• Native Americans used bearskins for warmth during harsh winters.
• The museum displayed several bearskins from different bear species.
• The British guards wore their traditional bearskins during the ceremony.
• Tourists gathered to watch the changing of the guard in their distinctive bearskins.
• The bearskins are made from Canadian black bear fur.
• Each bearskin hat requires the fur from one entire bear.