miniver

noun

A white or light gray fur used as a trim on medieval robes and on ceremonial robes of state.

noun

A mixed or spotted fur once commonly used for lining or trimming garments.

noun

In heraldry, a fur like vair, with the peculiarity that the escutcheon-miniver contains six or more horizontal rows of spots.

noun

The Siberian squirrel, which has fine white fur; also, the fur itself.

noun

A fur esteemed in the Middle Ages as a part of costume. It is uncertain whether it was the fur of one animal only or of different animals.

noun

A light gray or white fur used to trim the robes of judges or state executives, also used in medieval times.

noun

trimming on ceremonial robes consisting of white or light grey fur