karakul

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun hardy coarse-haired sheep of central Asia; lambs are valued for their soft curly black fur

Etymology

Named after the town Qorakoʻl, from Uzbek, meaning black lake.

Synonyms

broadtail, caracul

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