Merino
English Meaning
Of or pertaining to a variety of sheep with very fine wool, originally bred in Spain.
- Any of a breed of sheep, originally from Spain, having long fine wool.
- The wool of this sheep.
- A soft lightweight fabric made originally of merino wool but now of any fine wool.
- A fine wool and cotton yarn used especially for knitting underwear and hosiery.
- A knitted fabric made from this yarn.