alpaca
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for alpaca, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A domesticated South American animal related to the llama, valued for its soft wool, or the wool/fabric made from it.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use alpaca
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Borrowed via Spanish from Aymara allpaqa.
Full origin of alpaca →Frequently asked questions
What does “alpaca” mean?
The word “alpaca” means a domesticated South American animal related to the llama, valued for its soft wool, or the wool/fabric made from it. In plain terms, a fluffy, llama-like Andean animal prized for its soft wool.
How do you pronounce “alpaca”?
“Alpaca” is pronounced al-PA-kuh (/ælˈpækə/ in IPA).
How do you use “alpaca” in a sentence?
Here is “alpaca” used in a sentence: “The farm raises alpacas for their fleece.”
What is another word for “alpaca”?
Words with a similar meaning to “alpaca” include alpaco and paco.
What part of speech is “alpaca”?
“Alpaca” is a noun.
Where does the word “alpaca” come from?
The word “alpaca” comes from Spanish. Borrowed via Spanish from Aymara allpaqa.