merino
noun
me·ri·no
mə-ˈrē-(ˌ)nō 
plural merinos
1
: any of a breed of fine-wooled white sheep originating in Spain and producing a heavy fleece of exceptional quality
2
: a soft wool or wool and cotton clothing fabric resembling cashmere
3
: a fine wool and cotton yarn used for hosiery and knitwear
merino
adjective
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This style also includes the resurgence of durable pants like the Abercrombie Women's Relaxed Cargo Pants that feature plenty of spacious pockets, and breathable shirts — like this 100 percent merino wool T-shirt from Ice Breaker — that are comfortable, moisture-wicking, and odor-repelling.
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Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2024
My Smartwool Performance Hike Clear Canyon Light Cushion ankle socks gave me the comfort of merino wool and nylon while having appropriate mesh zones that add to the breathability.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024
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Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2024
My Smartwool Performance Hike Clear Canyon Light Cushion ankle socks gave me the comfort of merino wool and nylon while having appropriate mesh zones that add to the breathability.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024
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merino
noun
me·ri·no
mə-ˈrē-nō
plural merinos
1
: any of a breed of sheep that produce a heavy fleece of fine white wool
2
: a fine soft wool or wool and cotton fabric resembling cashmere
3
: a fine wool and cotton yarn
merino
adjective
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