What is another word for karakul?

Pronunciation: [kˈaɹɐkˌʌl] (IPA)

Karakul is a specific type of fur derived from the skins of young lambs, often from the Karakul sheep breed. However, there are a few synonyms that can be used instead of "karakul" to describe this type of fur. One such synonym is "Persian lamb," which refers to the same type of animal and fur. Another synonym is "Broadtail," which can be used to describe the fur of a young karakul sheep or lamb. The term "Astrakhan" can also be used as a synonym for karakul, specifically referring to the curly, lustrous fur of a newborn lamb. These synonyms can be used interchangeably to describe this luxurious type of fur.

Synonyms for Karakul:

What are the hypernyms for Karakul?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Karakul

The effect produced on him upon seeing the figure was far greater than I had expected: the moment his eyes fell on it he began trembling all over; and shouting out at the top of his voice, karakul!
"Twice Lost"
W.H.G. Kingston
Burton and one of the men relieved Mudge and me; but though they kept a look-out for the karakul, the magician did not think fit to return to his post: possibly the gleam of the fire on their muskets as they walked round the camp may have shown him that the experiment would be dangerous.
"Twice Lost"
W.H.G. Kingston
He hesitated, and finally declared that he could not venture in the direction where the karakul had appeared.
"Twice Lost"
W.H.G. Kingston

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