qiviut

Loanword

Meaning: Alaska: ultra-soft underwool of the musk ox.
Type: Loanword
Used in: Alaska

What does “qiviut” mean

Inuktitut-derived word for the fine inner wool that musk oxen shed each spring. Lighter and warmer than cashmere, it's spun into scarves and hats by Alaska Native cooperatives. Pronounced KIV-ee-oot.

Where it's used

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