angora

nom propre

A proper noun referring to a breed of domestic goat, rabbit, or cat known for its long, silky hair, or the former name of Ankara, the capital of Turkey.

• 🇫🇷Nom propre ou adjectif se rapportant à une race de chèvres, de lapins ou de chats domestiques connus pour leur longue fourrure soyeuse, ainsi qu'à l'ancien nom d'Ankara, la capitale de la Turquie.

1. Capital city B1 formal

   The capital city of Turkey, located in the west-central part of the country; formerly known as Angora.

   • Ankara, once called Angora, is the capital of Turkey.
   • The city of Angora is famous for its goat breeds.
   • Angora was renamed Ankara in the early 20th century.

   🇫🇷Angora (ancien nom d'Ankara)

   Synonymes: ankara

2. Angora goat B1 formal technical

   A domestic breed of goat raised for its long, silky hair, which is the source of true mohair.

   • Angora goats produce high-quality mohair used in textiles.
   • The farmer raised a herd of Angora goats for their wool.
   • Mohair from Angora goats is known for its softness and luster.

   🇫🇷Chèvre angora

   Synonymes: angora goat

3. Angora rabbit B1 formal technical

   A domestic breed of rabbit with long, white, silky hair, often used for its wool.

   • Angora rabbits are bred for their luxurious fur.
   • She spins yarn from the wool of her Angora rabbits.
   • The Angora rabbit requires regular grooming to prevent matting.

   🇫🇷Angora (lapin)

4. Angora cat B1 formal

   A long-haired breed of cat, similar in appearance to the Persian cat, known for its silky coat.

   • The Angora cat has a beautiful, flowing coat.
   • She adopted a white Angora cat from the shelter.
   • Angora cats are playful and affectionate pets.

   🇫🇷Angora (chat)

• angoras plural form
• angoras' possessive plural form
• angora's possessive singular form