Definition

Made from the soft, thick hair of sheep or similar animals, often used for clothing and blankets.

Example

She wore a warm woollen sweater during the cold winter days.

Conversation

I just bought a new woollen sweater for the winter.

That's great! Wool is perfect for keeping warm.

Yeah, I love how cozy and soft it feels.

Absolutely! You should wear it for our next outing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Woollen → The word originates from Old English 'wull' (meaning wool) combined with the suffix '-en' (meaning made of or pertaining to). Thus, 'woollen' refers to something made of wool.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wool' as the material and '-en' indicating that something is made from it — that's why woollen means made of wool.

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