merino

me·ri·no

noun \mə-ˈrē-(ˌ)nō\

plural me·ri·nos

Definition of MERINO

1

: any of a breed of fine-wooled white sheep originating in Spain and producing a heavy fleece of exceptional quality

2

: a soft wool or wool and cotton clothing fabric resembling cashmere

3

: a fine wool and cotton yarn used for hosiery and knitwear

— merino adjective

Origin of MERINO

Spanish

First Known Use: 1804

Other Textiles Terms

batt, bias, brocade, duck, flock, lawn, toile

Rhymes with MERINO

Aquino, Latino