Reclaimed wool fibers obtained by shredding used woolen textiles, often reused to make new fabric.
Origin uncertain, possibly from Hindi or a blend of words, first appearing in English textile industry records in the 1800s during industrial expansion.
Mungo is medieval recycling—before plastic, wool factories would shred old clothing and remake it, which is why vintage woolen goods are sometimes called 'mungo goods'!
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