lana
n. uncountable C2 Proficiency US //ˈɫænə// lana
n. the soft hair of a sheep or other animal that people use to make clothes. It is a word often used in Spanish-speaking areas or in technical contexts for wool.
n. the fine, soft, curly or wavy hair forming the coat of a sheep, goat, or similar mammal. Often used in textile contexts or as a loanword from Spanish to refer to wool as a raw material.
The sweater is made from high-quality lana.
The local artisans prefer using raw lana for their traditional weaving because it holds natural dyes better than synthetic fibers.
The historical importance of the lana trade in the Mediterranean cannot be overstated, as it formed the backbone of several regional economies during the late Middle Ages.