Definitions for: Bearskin

[n] tall hat; worn by some British soldiers on ceremonial occasions
[n] the pelt of a bear (sometimes used as a rug)

Webster (1913) Definition: Bear"skin`, n.
1. The skin of a bear.

2. A coarse, shaggy, woolen cloth for overcoats.

3. A cap made of bearskin, esp. one worn by soldiers.

Synonyms: busby, shako

See Also: chapeau, fur, hat, lid, pelt