MerinoA breed of sheep originally from Spain, prized for soft wool. usually refers to a sheep breedA particular type or variety of animal with shared characteristics. from Spain known for its very fine wool. In everyday English, it is often used to talk about the wool or fabricCloth material used for making clothes or other items. made from those sheep.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /muh-REE-noh/
Easy pronunciation: muh-REE-noh (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the second syllable: REE.
This is the noun for the sheep breed, not the wool or fabric.
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Merino Meaning
a sheep breed known for its wool
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A breed of white sheep from Spain that produces very fine, high-quality wool.
Example: The sweater was made from merino wool.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- merino sheep — Direct name for the animal sense.
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Merino Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- merino sheep
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Common Mistakes
- Using merino as if it means any sheep. It specifically refers to a particular breed.
- Confusing merino with the wool or fabric itself. The material is usually called merino wool, not just merino in every context.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does merino mean?
Merino usually means a breed of sheep from Spain known for producing very fine wool.
Is merino the same as merino wool?
Not exactly. Merino is the sheep breed; merino wool is the wool taken from it or made to match that quality.
What is a synonym for merino?
The main synonym in the supplied data is merino sheep.
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