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Definition of: merino
(mə·rē′nō) noun plural ·nos
1. A superior breed of sheep, originating in Spain, and having very fine, closely set, silky wool. See SHEEP. Also Merino sheep.
2. The wool of this sheep.
3. A fabric made of merino wool.
4. A kind of knitted goods used for underwear.
—adjective
1. Pertaining to merino sheep or their wool.
2. Made of merino wool. [<Sp.]
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