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Swakara|ˈswækərə|
[f. the initials of South West Africa + karakul.]
The coat of a karakul lamb, bred in Namibia, valued as a fur. Chiefly attrib.
1966Fur Rev. May 13/1 Selective breeding has improved the..qualities of S.W.A. Persian Lambskins and brought about a changeover..to a flat glossy pelt... In order to spread..the extended range of S.W. African merchandise, a publicity agent has..[come] up with the clever catchword ‘Swakara’. 1973Country Life 1 Feb. 302/3 Slim little jackets in Swakara broadtail, dyed delectable shades of peach. 1978Lancashire Life Sept. 110/1 Natural grey Swakara Persian lamb has a unique charm. |