merino

noun

me·​ri·​no mə-ˈrē-(ˌ)nō How to pronounce merino (audio)
plural merinos
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

Examples of merino in a Sentence

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The process begins with the selection and collection of production scraps of noble fibers, such as merino wool and cashmere, sourced from Gruppo Florence’s supply chain. Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025 For peak coziness, try layering a thick hoodie or a merino wool sweater underneath. Alison Syrett Cleary, Glamour, 14 Oct. 2025 Australian Merino Wool Half-Zip Sweater Made of a heavyweight merino wool, this half-zip sweater keeps you warm without feeling bulky. Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Oct. 2025 Heritage luxury house Johnstons of Elgin make a gorgeous version of the plain white tee in cashmere, easily styled with all manner of outfits from beach shorts to evening suits, or a more relaxed cut in superfine merino. Nick Hendry, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for merino

Word History

Etymology

Spanish

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of merino was in 1804

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merino

noun
me·​ri·​no mə-ˈrē-nō How to pronounce merino (audio)
plural merinos
1
: any of a breed of sheep that produce a heavy fleece of fine white wool
2
: a fine soft wool or wool and cotton fabric resembling cashmere
3
: a fine wool and cotton yarn
merino adjective

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