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merino noun & adjective. Pl. of noun -os. L18.
[Spanish, of unkn. origin.]
(Designating or pertaining to) a breed of sheep prized for the fineness of its wool, originating in Spain; (designating) a sheep of this breed. L18.
b. pure merino, (a) an early immigrant to Australia with no convict origins, a member of a leading family in Australian society, a person of fine breeding or good character; (b) attrib. first-class, well-bred, excellent. Austral. slang. E19.
(Of) a soft fine material resembling cashmere, made of wool (orig. merino wool) or wool and cotton. E19.
b. A garment, esp. a dress or shawl, made of this; W. Indies a vest. M19.
(Of) a fine woollen yarn used in the manufacture of hosiery and knitwear. L19.