sheepskin
1. [ noun ] tanned skin of a sheep with the fleece left on; used for clothing
Synonyms: fleece
Related terms: leather Golden_Fleece fleece
2. [ noun ] skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
Synonyms: lambskin parchment
Related terms: animal_skin vellum
3. [ noun ] (writing) a document certifying the successful completion of a course of study
Synonyms: diploma
Related terms: certificate hnd
Similar spelling:   sheepshank
  sheepishness