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

Later, they used the estate’s vast green space to raise sheep and Angora goats for the animals’ wool and mohair.

From Washington Post

The fuzzy Angora goat was affectionately known as “Blue Eyes” and would have been 14 years old next week.

From Washington Times

Mohair is made from the hair of Angora goats.

From BBC

The herd consisted of only a small group of Angora goats originally.

From Washington Times

Made from Angora goats, South Africa is the world's leading producer of it.

From BBC