virgin wool

noun

Definition of virgin wool

: wool not used before in manufacture

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At his business, a proper cleaning of a 10-by-75-foot virgin wool carpet would cost up to $525, Hadeed said. — Faiz Siddiqui, Washington Post, "The story behind the carpeting in Metro’s rail cars? It stinks.," 8 Feb. 2018 Stay away from heavy tweed wool winter suits and linen summer ensembles, opting instead for virgin wool or cashmere. — Esquire, "3 Ways to Wear this Travel-Friendly Trench Coat," 25 Aug. 2017

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