Merino
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A breed of fine-woolled white sheep originating in Spain, prized for producing dense, exceptionally soft fleece.
“She chose a merino wool jumper for its softness and natural warmth.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
me·ri·no
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Three vowels: E, I, O. Ends in O. No repeated letters.
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Scrabble
Worth 8 points. The O ending offers limited hooks but the word is valid and balanced.
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