Definition

Noun: * A breed of domestic goat: Specifically, the Kashmir goat is a breed of goat (Capra hircus laniger) originating from the Himalayan region. It is primarily raised for its exceptionally soft, fine, and warm undercoat, which is harvested to produce cashmere wool.

Usage Notes

• The term "Kashmir goat" refers specifically to the animal itself. The valuable fiber it produces is called cashmere (sometimes spelled when referring to the wool or the region).
• It is a countable noun (e.g., , ).

Examples

• The Kashmir goat has developed a thick, soft undercoat to survive the harsh mountain winters.
• Herders in Mongolia and Nepal raise Kashmir goats for their luxurious fiber.
• The quality of cashmere depends on the breed and habitat of the Kashmir goat.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) to describe things related to this breed.
  • Kashmir goat husbandry is an important economic activity in the region.
  • They visited a Kashmir goat farm to see the animals up close.

Variants and Related Words

• Cashmere goat: This is a direct synonym and is very commonly used.
• Cashmere (noun): The fine, soft wool (down) from the undercoat of the Kashmir goat.
• Pashmina (noun): A finer grade of cashmere wool, often used for high-quality shawls and scarves. The word comes from the Persian word for wool.

Synonyms

• Cashmere goat

Notes on Different Meanings

• The word "Kashmir" (capitalized) primarily refers to the region in South Asia. The goat breed is named after this region.
• There is no significant idiomatic or phrasal verb usage associated with the term "Kashmir goat." Its meaning is literal and specific to the animal breed.

Noun

1. Himalayan goat having a silky undercoat highly prized as cashmere wool