mungo

[ muhng-goh ]

noun

, plural mun·gos.

1. a low-grade wool from felted rags or waste.

mungo

/ ˈmʌŋɡəʊ /

noun

1. a cheap felted fabric made from waste wool

Word History and Origins

Origin of mungo¹

First recorded in 1800–10; origin uncertain

Word History and Origins

Origin of mungo¹

C19: of unknown origin

Example Sentences

Emma Haddad, chief executive of homeless charity St Mungo’s, said she was encouraged by the government’s determination to push through the Renters' Rights Bill.

From BBC

The questionable spending, according to the county, included $232,500 paid to the foundation’s president, Stacy Mungo Flanigan, since last year.

From Los Angeles Times

Mungo Flanigan’s attorney said the payments to her client included a bonus for successful fundraising efforts.

From Los Angeles Times

Mungo Flanigan also works in administrative services for the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times

Tax filings show that Mungo Flanigan received $75,000 from the foundation in 2022 and nothing in 2021.

From Los Angeles Times