wool

noun

ˈwu̇l How to pronounce wool (audio)
Definition of woolnext
as in hair
the hairy covering of a mammal especially when fine, soft, and thick the wool from cashmere goats is considered by many to be the finest available

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Recent Examples of wool From wool throws to down comforters, fall is the perfect opportunity to get cozy. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 Blends Athletic socks made from blends are often part wool, part cotton and sometimes part polyester or other synthetic. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026 This under-$50, 100 percent wool sweater is an Amazon diamond in the rough. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026 Portuguese touches are incorporated here too; the blanket on the bed comes from Burel and is made using wool from Serra de Estrela sheep into colorful, contemporary designs. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wool
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  1. hair
  2. coat
  3. fleece
  4. fur
Noun
  • Johns began his climb to the top of the hair-color pyramid as a part-Italian, part-Yugoslavian, part-French urchin in the Pittsburgh projects.
    — Vanessa Friedman, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Johns also colored her hair shortly before her secret September 1996 wedding to Kennedy.
    — Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of hair
Noun
  • Although the famous couple own homes across the country, from Tennessee to Rhode Island, Farlow says Samoyeds can generally be comfortable whatever the climate, although their coats may be heavier when living in the cold.
    — David Mack, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Przenioslo also built the collection’s colors around Felix, selecting turquoise, brown and beige glazes inspired by his eyes and tabby coat.
    — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of coat
Noun
  • They’re covered in moisture-wicking polar fleece with memory foam footbeds and rubber soles for better traction.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Additionally, make sure to toss any fleece blankets, Peck adds, noting that keeping them on display—or worse, using them as sofa covers—is a major no-no for adults.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of fleece
Noun
  • Designed as a therapeutic companion, the robot resembles a baby seal and uses soft fur, gentle movements, and responsive sounds to create the calming presence of a living pet.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Anna had brown fur and was dressed up for the occasion with a pink and white flower and lace lei around her neck.
    — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of fur

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