laniferous

English

Etymology

From Latin lanifer, from lana (wool) + ferre (to bear). Compare French lanifèare.

Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -ɪfəɹəs

Adjective

laniferous (comparative more laniferous, superlative most laniferous)

  1. Bearing or producing wool.
    The sheep is a laniferous animal.

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