# woollen

/ˈwʊɫən/ (US) · /wˈʊlən/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/woollen
Updated: 2026-05-31

## Definition

made of wool, which is the soft hair from sheep or similar animals.

For teachers: made entirely or partly of wool. Typically used attributively before a noun to describe clothing or textiles.

## Examples

- She wore a thick woollen sweater to stay warm.
- The local market is famous for its hand-knitted woollen blankets and winter accessories.
- Traditional woollen garments remain popular in the highlands due to their natural insulation properties and ability to retain warmth even when damp.

## Pitfalls

- Not "a woollen of sweater" but "a woollen sweater" — Woollen is an adjective and should modify the noun directly without 'of'.

## Usage notes

- Typically placed before the noun it modifies. In American English, the spelling is usually 'woolen' with one 'l'.

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