Angora
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/æŋˈɡɔrə/
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/æŋˈɡɔːrə/
soft long-haired fiber/animals from Ankara (Angora)
Etymology
'Angora' originates from Turkish, specifically the name of the city 'Ankara' (older English form 'Angora').
'Angora' traces back through older forms: from Greek 'Ankyra' and Latin 'Ancyra' to Turkish 'Ankara', entering English (and other European languages) as 'Angora' and later being applied to the region's wool and animals.
Initially it referred to the city (Ancyra/Ankara), but over time it came to denote the long-haired animals from the region and the soft wool they produce; today it commonly names the fiber/animals as well as the historical city form.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a soft long-haired wool or yarn obtained from the Angora rabbit (and sometimes from the Angora goat); the fiber used for warm, fluffy textiles.
She bought an angora sweater because of its exceptional softness.
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Noun 2
an animal that produces angora fiber, especially the Angora rabbit or the Angora goat.
The breeder raised several Angoras for their fur.
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Noun 3
the former English name for the city now called Ankara, the capital of Turkey.
In older travel guides the city is often listed under the name Angora.
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Adjective 1
made of, resembling, or characteristic of angora fiber; very soft and fluffy.
She wore an angora hat on the cold morning.
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Last updated: 2025/09/02 13:55