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alpaca
noun
al·paca al-ˈpa-kə 
1
: a domesticated mammal (Vicugna pacos synonym Lama pacos) especially of Peru that is probably descended from the vicuña
2
a
: wool of the alpaca
b(1)
: a thin cloth made of or containing this wool
(2)
: a rayon or cotton imitation of this cloth
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web These included the largest available Isamu Noguchi pendant lantern, a Ward Bennett I-beam side table and a Neil Logan Lispenard sofa covered in charcoal alpaca velvet. 
New York Times, 6 Aug. 2022 The Deets: The 80 percent alpaca wool supercharges the durability and warmth of this performance tee, while the 20 percent Tencel fibers keep it airy, light, and antibacterial (fewer bacteria grows on Tencel versus synthetic fibers). Outside Online, 23 June 2022 The AG-Tee is engineered with an all-natural blend of 80 percent alpaca and 20 percent Tencel that outperforms synthetics over a wide range of climates and environments. Outside Online, 15 Aug. 2022 It’s made of a copper, nickel and zinc blend known as alpaca. Abigail Abesamis Demarest, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2021 Turn Netflix binging into a swankier affair with a blanket in sumptuous 100 percent baby alpaca. Kareem Rashed, Robb Report, 23 Nov. 2021 For a cooler sleep, go with the lightweight option filled with alpaca fiber known for its excellent temperature regulating properties. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 10 May 2022 There’s an equally varied selection at Alpaca Threadz, which offers alpaca-wool items handmade by Peruvian craftsmen. Erin Riley, Outside Online, 11 Dec. 2020 Luxury materials were also leveraged for the collection, with cashmere on the mattress cover and a new comfort layer in high-end models, which is infused with alpaca, cashmere and silk fibers for maximum air flow and breathability. Sharon Edelson, Forbes, 21 June 2022 See More
New York Times, 6 Aug. 2022 The Deets: The 80 percent alpaca wool supercharges the durability and warmth of this performance tee, while the 20 percent Tencel fibers keep it airy, light, and antibacterial (fewer bacteria grows on Tencel versus synthetic fibers). Outside Online, 23 June 2022 The AG-Tee is engineered with an all-natural blend of 80 percent alpaca and 20 percent Tencel that outperforms synthetics over a wide range of climates and environments. Outside Online, 15 Aug. 2022 It’s made of a copper, nickel and zinc blend known as alpaca. Abigail Abesamis Demarest, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2021 Turn Netflix binging into a swankier affair with a blanket in sumptuous 100 percent baby alpaca. Kareem Rashed, Robb Report, 23 Nov. 2021 For a cooler sleep, go with the lightweight option filled with alpaca fiber known for its excellent temperature regulating properties. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 10 May 2022 There’s an equally varied selection at Alpaca Threadz, which offers alpaca-wool items handmade by Peruvian craftsmen. Erin Riley, Outside Online, 11 Dec. 2020 Luxury materials were also leveraged for the collection, with cashmere on the mattress cover and a new comfort layer in high-end models, which is infused with alpaca, cashmere and silk fibers for maximum air flow and breathability. Sharon Edelson, Forbes, 21 June 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Spanish, from Aymara allpaqa
First Known Use
1747, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Kids Definition
alpaca
noun
al·paca al-ˈpa-kə
: a long-necked South American animal related to the vicuña and llama that is raised for its long woolly hair which is woven into warm strong cloth