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Alpaca
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Pronunciation: al pack a
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1. A domesticated hoofed mammal from South America, Lama pacos. This mammal has long, soft, silky fleece, is related to the llama and believed to be a variety of the guanaco. 2. the fleece of this animal. 3. a fabric or yarn made from the fleece or wool of this animal. 4. a glossy, commonly black woolen fabric with cotton warp and worsted filling, similar to mohair and brilliantine. Ised for lining of men's and women's summer suits. 5. a crepe fabric made of rayon and acetate yarn in imitation of alpaca wool cloth.
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