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wool

noun B1 Neutral

Meaning

Wool is a warm and soft material made from the hair of sheep.
💡 Don't confuse "wool" with "woolen," which describes items made from wool.

Example Sentences

I bought a warm sweater made of soft wool yesterday .
Is this sweater made of soft wool or cotton ?
This sweater does not have any wool in it .
This sweater is made of soft wool and feels warm .

Word in Context

It is raining softly outside , and Maria is sitting by the window with her knitting needles . She is knitting a long scarf from grey wool that she bought last month . The scarf feels warm and soft , and she thinks it will be a good gift for her brother . If the rain stops , she will go out to mail the present , but for now she enjoys the quiet room . Sometimes she listens to music while she works , because it helps her relax and finish the project .

Common Phrases

wool sweater wool coat wool blanket

Synonyms

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