Definitions

1. noun

A type of goat (Rupicapra rupicapra) found in mountainous regions of Europe.

“The hikers had to navigate through the rugged terrain, accompanied by a chamois to help them reach the summit.”

2. noun

A type of soft, absorbent cloth, often used for cleaning, typically made from the fur of a chamois animal.

“She used a chamois to wipe the car’s windshield after a heavy rainstorm.”

3. verb

To clean or wipe with a chamois cloth, often in a gentle or careful manner.

“He chamoised the car’s paint job to remove the dirt and dust accumulated over time.”