fleece Synonyms
Another word for fleece
• noun (Context 1)
A soft, warm, synthetic fabric with a thick pile used as lining or outerwear, or a jacket or pullover made from this material.
"She zipped up her pullover before stepping out into the chilly autumn air."
• verb (Context 2)
To obtain a great deal of money from someone by overcharging or swindling them.
"The unscrupulous street vendors attempt to swindle unsuspecting tourists by charging exorbitant prices for cheap souvenirs."
• noun (Context 3)
The thick, woolly coat of a sheep, goat, or similar animal, especially after being sheared but before it is processed.
"The farmer gathered the heavy wool and packed it into large sacks for the wool market."
• verb (Context 4)
To remove the woolly coat from a sheep or similar animal by shearing.
"Every spring, the workers gather in the barn to shear the massive flock of merino sheep."
Opposites of fleece
The opposite of fleece shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: