məˈrē(ˌ)nō noun
Etymology: Spanish
1.
a. usually capitalized : a breed of fine-wooled white sheep originating in Spain, widely popular especially on the ranges of America and Australia, and excelling all others in weight and quality of fleece although not ranking high as a mutton producer
b. also merino sheep -s usually capitalized M : a sheep of the Merino breed
2. -s
a. : a soft clothing fabric resembling cashmere, originally of merino wool and now of any fine wool or wool and cotton
b. : a garment of this fabric ; especially : a merino dress or loose dressing gown
3. -s : a fine wool and cotton yarn used for hosiery and knitwear