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Definition of woolens

woolens

/ˈwʊl.ənz/
(UK: woollens)
wool · ens
Plural:woolens
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Adjective:woolen
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woolens Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

American Garments or articles of clothing made of wool, such as sweaters, coats, and scarves.

Example

"Before winter arrived, she unpacked her heavy woolens from the cedar chest."

2

American Woven or knitted fabrics and textiles made from wool yarn, especially those with a soft, fuzzy surface produced by carding.

Example

"The textile mill in northern New England has specialized in fine woolens and worsteds for over a century."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Spelled "woolens" in American English and "woollens" in British and Commonwealth English.

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English "wolen", from Old English "wyllen" (made of wool), used as a plural noun since the 16th century to denote woolen garments or fabrics.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Woolens. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/woolens
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