merino

noun

me·​ri·​no mə-ˈrē-(ˌ)nō 

plural merinos

1

: any of a breed of fine-wooled white sheep originating in Spain and producing a heavy fleece of exceptional quality

2

: a soft wool or wool and cotton clothing fabric resembling cashmere

3

: a fine wool and cotton yarn used for hosiery and knitwear

merino adjective

Examples of merino in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The puffer jacket may have eclipsed it in popularity, and merino wool is sustainable and stink-free. —Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 18 Apr. 2025

At least one look had to be presented exclusively as part of the International Woolmark Prize and all of them had to highlight merino wool’s versatility, innovative nature and have eco-credentials. —Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 3 Apr. 2025

Made from 100 percent Donegal merino wool, the Finisterre Farne Women’s Crew Neck Knit Sweater comes in a choice of shades, all with subtle flecks of contrasting color. —Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2025

Woolmark said the designs had to highlight merino wool’s versatility, innovative nature and have eco-credentials. —Sandra Salibian, WWD, 20 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Spanish

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for merino

• amino
• carlino
• casino
• imino
• ladino
• latino
• neutrino
• argentino
• campesino
• cappuccino
• diamino
• filipino

Kids Definition

merino

noun

me·​ri·​no mə-ˈrē-nō 

plural merinos

1

: any of a breed of sheep that produce a heavy fleece of fine white wool

2

: a fine soft wool or wool and cotton fabric resembling cashmere

3

: a fine wool and cotton yarn

merino adjective