mohair
mohair Lexical Profile
mohair Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A high-quality fabric or yarn made from the hair of the Angora goat, known for its luster, durability, and warmth.
"She purchased a vintage cardigan made entirely of brushed mohair to wear during the colder months."
The long, soft, and silky hair of the Angora goat.
"The farmers carefully sheared the Angora goats in early spring to harvest their valuable mohair."
Word Nuance & Usage
Mohair is derived from the Angora goat, which is distinct from Angora wool (which comes from the Angora rabbit) and cashmere (which comes from the Cashmere goat).
Word Origin & Etymology
From the mid-16th century via French 'mocaire' and Italian 'mocaiarro', ultimately derived from the Arabic 'mukhayyar', meaning 'choice' or 'select' (often referring to a cloth of goat's hair).
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