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Merino

Breed of medium-sized sheep originating in Spain that has become prominent worldwide. It has a white face, white legs, and crimped fine-wool fleece. Known as early as the 12th century, it may have been a Moorish importation. Well adapted to semiarid climates and to nomadic pasturing, it has served as foundation stock for many sheep breeds and strains.

merino

1. a breed of sheep, originating in Spain, bred for their fleece

2. the long fine wool of this sheep

3. the yarn made from this wool, often mixed with cotton

merino [mə′rē·nō]

(textiles)

A fine, soft fabric made of wool from the Merino sheep. Also known as botany.

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