Chammy leather is a durable, soft and absorbent type of leather that is often used for cleaning and polishing surfaces. There are several synonyms for chammy leather, including chamois leather, shammy leather, and chamoisette. All of these terms refer to the same type of leather, but may be used depending on regional variations and personal preferences. Chamois leather is named after the chamois animal, which also has soft and absorbent skin. Shammy leather is a variation of chamois leather that is treated with oils to make it even more absorbent. Chamoisette is a synthetic alternative to chammy leather that is made from microfiber materials.