Vlies

Etymology
16th century, at first only in reference to the, from , from. The later freer use for “fleece” was reinforced by inherited forms, whereas the rare 🇨🇬 had no continuation. The spelling with V- follows the Dutch, but was supported by an unetymological association with. , a later borrowing from English.

Noun

 * 1)  fleece wool of a sheep or similar animal, with or without the skin