Definition of woolnext
as in hair
the hairy covering of a mammal especially when fine, soft, and thick the wool from cashmere goats is considered by many to be the finest available

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Recent Examples of wool At a time when many classify Tesla’s austere and featureless interiors as luxurious, Volvo is trying to inject a different perspective into the market—one that relies not merely on leather, but also intricate textiles central to its Scandinavian heritage, including wool. Adam Ismail, The Drive, 29 Jan. 2026 During the frigid months, go with a sweater dress and diamond jewelry or a chunky knit and a wool midi. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Jan. 2026 These bold pieces were styled alongside suede fringe jackets, mixed media wool coats and tartan waistcoats. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Jan. 2026 Fabric matters: wool and down need fewer washes, synthetics slightly more. Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 19 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wool
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Noun
  • Police described Watson as 6-foot-1 and weighing 227 pounds with black hair and brown eyes.
    Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
  • The multihyphenate model and wellness advocate is to feature in the dermocosmetics brand’s new skin and hair care campaigns.
    Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • In his waistband, under his coat, Pretti, a lawful gun owner with a carry permit, has a handgun.
    Yahya Abou-Ghazala, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Given the arctic temperatures gripping much of Canada and the Northeast this winter, those coats are a much welcome amenity.
    Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Why else show nubby fleece trousers with a coordinating striped jacket, which nobody needs but would be a hoot to wear?
    Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 26 Jan. 2026
  • One side is ultra-soft fleece, while the other is plush faux shearling.
    Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The faux fur trim gives it an elevated touch, and the fuzzy pockets really seal the deal.
    Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Still, once the lower fur overhang is added, these look superb.
    Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026

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“Wool.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wool. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

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