Caraculs

/ˈkærəkʌlz/ noun

Definition

Plural of caracul; multiple sheep of the caracul breed, or multiple instances of caracul fur or wool.

Etymology

Regular plural formation of 'caracul' by adding -s. Used in agricultural, commercial, and fashion contexts from the 19th century onward as the karakul fur trade became established in European markets.

Kelly Says

In the early 20th century, karakul caracul fur was so fashionable that wearing a caracul coat was a status symbol—the curlier and blacker the fur, the richer you looked, making herds of caraculs literally herds of wealth.

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