1. the rough skin of a shark, used as an abrasive or for making leather
2. a smooth, closely woven fabric with a slightly lustrous surface, typically made of wool or synthetic fibers

Examples

• The carpenter used sharkskin to smooth the wooden surface.
• Traditional Japanese swords were often wrapped with sharkskin for better grip.
• He wore a sharkskin suit to the business meeting.
• The sharkskin fabric had a subtle sheen under the lights.
• Sharkskin swimsuits are designed to reduce drag in the water.
• The briefcase was made from genuine sharkskin leather.
• Her sharkskin dress looked elegant and professional.