Synonyms for

Wool

Verb / wʊl / Another word for wool — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Wool is the soft, thick hair that grows on the bodies of sheep and some other animals. It is used to make clothing, blankets, and other products.

Synonyms & similar words

woollen woolen fleece fleece hair fur woolly yarn textile fabric material thread knit weave cloth flannel blanket cover rug carpet tapestry throw quilt

Synonyms by register

Formal

fleece textile fiber

Informal

yarn

Literary

lamb's wool fleecy down

Antonyms

synthetic plastic nylon polyester acrylic rayon

Common collocations

  • pure wool
  • virgin wool
  • merino wool
  • woolen mill
  • woolen cloth
  • woolen goods
  • woolen sweater

Word family

noun wool
verb wool
adjective woolen

Usage note

While 'wool' primarily refers to the fiber from sheep, it can also be used more broadly for similar fibers from other animals like cashmere or alpaca. 'Woolen' is the most common adjective form.

Example sentences

  1. I wear a wool hat when it is cold outside.
  2. My mom loves to knit with wool yarn.
  3. The sheep had a thick coat of wool.
  4. The blanket was made of soft wool.
  5. I bought a new wool coat for the winter.

Quotes

  • I'm a wool person - I'm allergic to synthetic fibers.
  • I would rather have a good Scotch than a cheap wool.
  • I'm not a woolly liberal, I'm a hardcore one.

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