Angora goat

noun

1. a variety of domestic goat, raised originally in Angora, having long, silky hair called mohair.

Angora goat

noun

1. a breed of domestic goat with long soft hair

Word History and Origins

Origin of Angora goat¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

Mohair—A shiny fabric of great durability, made from the wool of the Angora goat; used for both men's and women's clothing.

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The Angora goat is kept quite extensively for the sake of its long silky hair.

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Of next importance and finest texture is the wool of the Angora goat, known to commerce as mohair.

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Once while hunting mountain lions, we came upon the body of an angora goat recently killed by a bear.

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Silk is produced in large quantities in the vicinity of Brusa and Amasia, and mohair from the Angora goat all over the plateau.

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