wool

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of WOOL

the hairy covering of a mammal especially when fine, soft, and thick <the wool from cashmere goats is considered by many to be the finest available>

Synonyms coat, fleece, hair, jacket, pelage, pile, wool

Related Words undercoat, underfur; hide, leather, pelt, skin

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