woolen
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Definition
Adjective:
- Made from wool: Describes something that is manufactured or constructed using wool, the soft hair from sheep or similar animals.
- Relating to wool: Pertaining to or associated with wool or its production.
Noun:
- A fabric made from wool: A textile material produced by weaving or felting the hair of sheep.
Usage Examples
Adjective:
- She wore a thick woolen coat to stay warm in the winter.
- The store specializes in woolen blankets and scarves.
Noun:
- This suit is made of a fine woolen. (Note: This usage is less common than the adjective form in everyday speech).
- The fabric for the uniform is a durable woolen.
Advanced Usage
- The term can describe the industry or goods: "the trade," " mills."
- It is often used to imply warmth and comfort due to wool's insulating properties.
Variants and Related Words
- Woollen: An alternative spelling, more common in British English.
- Wool (noun): The raw fiber from sheep.
- Woolly/Wooly (adjective): Made of or resembling wool; also meaning vague or unclear.
Synonyms
- Adjective: Wool, woolly, made of wool.
- Noun: Wool fabric, wool cloth.
Notes on Meaning
- The primary and most frequent use is as an adjective ().
- The noun form refers to the category or type of fabric itself.
Adjective
- of or related to or made of wool
- a woolen sweater
Noun
- a fabric made from the hair of sheep