Caracul (Noun)
Meaning
Hardy coarse-haired sheep of central Asia; lambs are valued for their soft curly black fur.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Caracul sheep are raised primarily for their wool and the woolly pelts of their lambs.
- In Mongolia, caracul sheep are widely kept for their hardiness and versatility.
- Caracul lambs' soft fur is highly prized for its softness and warmth.
- Historically the caracul pelt was highly valued by the Russian fur trade.
- The caracul breed is capable of withstanding extremely harsh weather conditions and is found in many parts of central Asia.