astrakhan

/æstɹəˈkæn/ · noun

Meaning

Closely-curled black or grey fleece of very young karakul lambs from Astrakhan.
Cloth resembling the above mentioned fur, often made from wool and mohair and used for trimmings.

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Related words

caracul(English)karakul(English)arkars(English)argali(English)orkhon(English)akhal-teke(English)argal(English)mountain sheep(English)volgograd(English)khanate(English)volga(English)caspian(English)

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