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Angora Definition

An·gora (aŋ gôr′ə, an-)

noun

  1. a kind of cat with long, silky fur
    1. a kind of goat raised for its long, silky hair
    2. this hair (Angora wool) or the cloth made from this hair; mohair
    1. a long-eared rabbit, raised for its long, silky hair
    2. this hair
    3. a soft yarn made from this hair and used esp. for sweaters, etc.

Etymology: after Angora, former name of Ankara

Angora Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • Turkish: Turkish Angoras are very loyal toward their owners, often devoting themselves to one or two people.
  • pure: Colors: For all rainbow colors click here Price: 50/50 £ 18.00 each 100 % pure angora £ 36.00 each.

Modifies a noun

  • goat: Cleo and Gemma are the two angora goats who share the orchard with rabbits, chickens, ducks, and geese.
  • rabbit: Angora rabbits are strapped to a board for shearing, kicking powerfully in protest.
  • wool: Research in Germany has demonstrated that angora wool is up to 3 times warmer than sheep's wool.
  • sweater: When the police were called to the murder scene, they found her dressed in slacks and an angora sweater.
  • kennel: This beautiful angora kennel is an ideal retreat for your pet, and will help them feel warm and secure.
  • fiber: Alpaca and angora rabbit fibers need more twist to hold the fibers together as they don't contain a crimp like sheeps wool.

Noun used with modifier

  • %: They keep a good stock of all our shades of 100 % angora, ready to post in 50g balls.