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Wool

Meaning in fashion & textiles, with examples

/wʊl/nounCore term

In fashion & textiles, wool means: The natural fibre from the coat of sheep, and the yarn or fabric made from it, valued for warmth, elasticity and comfort.

In Turkish: yün, yünlü kumaş

How it is used

Used in suits, coats, knitwear and socks. Buyers specify the type and quality: merino wool, lambswool, recycled wool, and the fibre diameter in microns. Worsted wool is smooth and used for suiting; woollen fabric is softer and hairier.

Example sentences

  1. The coat is 70% wool and 30% polyamide for extra durability.

  2. Fine merino wool can be worn next to the skin without itching.

Common collocations

  • merino wool
  • wool blend
  • recycled wool
  • wool coat
  • 100% wool
  • fibreA very thin, long strand of natural or man-made material that is spun into yarn to make fabric, such as cotton, wool, polyester or viscose.
  • yarnA continuous thread made by twisting fibres together, which is then woven or knitted into fabric.
  • knitMade from yarn formed into rows of connected loops, which makes the fabric naturally stretchy, as in T-shirts, sweatshirts and jumpers.
  • pillingThe forming of small balls of fibre on the surface of a fabric when it is rubbed during wear or washing.

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