wool yarn
Sheep-derived thread
Wool yarn is yarn spun from the fleece of sheep or other animals like alpaca, mohair goats, or cashmere goats.
The term distinguishes animal-fiber yarn from plant-based yarns like cotton or synthetic alternatives: She prefers wool yarn for winter knitting projects.
Wool yarn is prized for warmth, elasticity, and moisture-wicking properties.
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- IcelandicOf a North Atlantic island
- ShetlandScottish archipelago, northernmost UK
- RomneySurname or placename
- sheep shearingRemoving a lamb's coat
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- sheep productslamb, mutton, hogget, fleece, lambskin
- woolmerino, fleece, cashmere, lambswool, woolen
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fiber source
wool yarnacrylic yarn
Synthetic knitting material
cotton yarn · linen thread · nylon thread · man-made fiber · cotton thread