angora

Meanings

• noun

  A type of soft, fine wool obtained from the Angora goat.

  - "The angora sweater is very warm and soft."
  - "She knitted a beautiful angora scarf for her friend."

• noun

  A breed of goat that produces angora wool.

  - "The angora goat is known for its long, curly hair."
  - "The farmer raises angora goats for their valuable wool."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with angora
boring , warning , storing

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Variants

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angora , angora wool , angoras , Ancyra , Angora , Ankara , Angora cat , Angora cats , Angora goat , Angora goats , Angora rabbit , Angora rabbits

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Etymology

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The name angora comes from the Angora region in Turkey, where the Angora goat was first bred and raised for its fine wool.

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Trivia

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1. Angora goats are also known as cashmere goats in some parts of the world.

2. Angora wool is often blended with other fibers to create stronger and more durable yarns.

3. The Angora goat is one of the oldest domesticated goat breeds.

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Related Concepts

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1. mohair: Another type of wool obtained from the Angora goat, but coarser and more durable than angora.

2. Angora rabbit: A breed of rabbit that has long, silky fur similar to angora goats.

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Culture

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Angora wool has been used for centuries to make high-quality textiles, particularly in the production of fine knitted garments. Angora goats have also been a source of inspiration in literature and art, such as in the poem 'The Angora Goat' by Robert Louis Stevenson.

How to Memorize "angora"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a soft, fluffy angora sweater or scarf.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'angora' with softness, warmth, and fine wool.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'angora' comes from 'Ankara,' the capital city of Turkey, and is named after the region where it was first produced.

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