Angora rabbit

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A domestic breed of rabbit with long white silky hair: An Angora rabbit is a type of rabbit specifically bred for its long, soft, and silky coat, which is often white. The hair, known as Angora wool, is harvested for spinning into yarn.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • She raises angora rabbits for their luxurious wool.
    • The angora rabbit requires regular grooming to prevent its fur from matting.
Advanced Usage
  • "Angora" as a modifier: The term "Angora" is often used attributively to describe products made from the rabbit's wool.
    • She knitted a scarf from angora yarn. (Here, "angora" specifies the type of yarn, originating from the angora rabbit.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Angora wool (noun phrase): The soft hair sheared or plucked from the angora rabbit.
    • Angora wool is lighter and warmer than sheep's wool.
  • Angora (noun): Can refer to the rabbit itself, its wool, or a type of goat (Angora goat) producing mohair. Context is key.
    • The angora needs careful handling. (This could refer to the rabbit or its wool, depending on context.)
Synonyms
  • None precise: There is no single common noun that is a direct synonym for this specific breed. Descriptive phrases like "long-haired rabbit" or "wool rabbit" may be used informally.
Related Phrases
  • To shear/pluck an angora: The process of harvesting wool from the rabbit.
    • It's time to shear the angora this season.
Related Idioms
  • None: There are no common idioms specifically featuring the "angora rabbit."
Noun
  1. domestic breed of rabbit with long white silky hair

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