Angora goat
Definition
Noun: * A domestic breed of goat, originating from the Ankara region (historically Angora) in Turkey, specifically raised for its long, silky, and lustrous fleece, which is commercially known as mohair.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The angora goat is prized for its fine, white fleece.
- Shearing an angora goat requires skill to preserve the quality of the mohair.
- The farm specializes in breeding purebred angora goats.
Advanced Usage
- The term "angora" is used attributively to describe products or characteristics related to this breed.
- Angora wool, while often referring to rabbit hair, can be a source of confusion; the goat's product is specifically mohair.
- An angora herd requires specific climatic conditions to thrive.
Variants and Related Words
- Mohair (n): The long, silky hair or fleece produced by the angora goat.
- This sweater is made from soft mohair.
- Cashmere goat (n): A different breed of goat raised for its fine undercoat (cashmere), often compared with the angora goat.
Synonyms
- Mohair goat: A direct synonym referencing its primary product.
Notes on Meaning
- The angora goat is distinct from the Angora rabbit, which produces angora wool. The key identifier for the goat is its production of mohair.
- It is a specific breed () and not a term for any goat with long hair.
Noun
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a domestic breed of goat raised for its long silky hair which is the true mohair
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