alpaca

noun

al·paca | \ al-ˈpa-kə

Definition of alpaca

1 : a domesticated mammal (Vicugna pacos synonym Lama pacos) especially of Peru that is probably descended from the vicuña

2a : wool of the alpaca

b(1) : a thin cloth made of or containing this wool

(2) : a rayon or cotton imitation of this cloth

Examples of alpaca in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But for now, when nights get nippy, keep this supersoft alpaca throw on hand. — Bon Appétit, 26 Apr. 2022 Katherine McRose, or Right Choice Shearing on TikTok, is a professional sheep and alpaca shearer. — Maria Jimenez Moya, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2022 The Great’s playful alpaca cardigan puts a Valentine’s Day-ready spin on the classic Fair Isle pattern, which is adorned with charming hearts. — Danielle Directo-meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Feb. 2022 The Hotel Aurelio, located in the ski region Lech Zürs, offers alpaca meet-and-greets, heli-skiing, bespoke sommelier experiences, Bentley shuttles, an immersive 10,000-square-foot spa, a Gault Millau gourmet restaurant, and more. — Brandon Perlman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Jan. 2022 However, such natural immunity can be about as reliable as an alpaca as a night club bouncer. — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2021 Like its neighbor, Agnona began as a textile merchant, dealing decadent cashmere, vicuña and alpaca yardage to Parisian couturiers, including Christian Dior and Cristóbal Balenciaga. — Kareem Rashed, Robb Report, 22 Jan. 2022 Many of the slinky knitwear pieces, for example, were thoughtfully made out of recycled nylon, yak fiber, and alpaca. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 16 Feb. 2022 His Facebook and Instagram posts also drew the attention of two people who own alpaca farms. — Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2022 See More

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