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- alpaca 1
1
: a domesticated mammal (Vicugna pacos synonym Lama pacos) especially of Peru that is probably descended from the vicuña
2
a
: wool of the alpaca
b(1)
: a thin cloth made of or containing this wool
(2)
: a rayon or cotton imitation of this cloth
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Made from a blend of alpaca, polyamide, and wool, natural fibers comprise its super soft texture.
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2026
For families Children can groom and walk St Bernard dogs, make their own mocktails and meet llamas and alpacas as part of the fun and varied activities at the complimentary kids club (10am-9pm).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Paka breaks up the merino monopoly with its low-crew-length alpaca-blend stalwart, which has been reviewed favorably in the past by Outside runners, hikers, and travellers.
—Scott Douglas, Outside, 3 Feb. 2026
The oh-so-soft knit is a blend of mohair and alpaca, which is warm and breathable enough to wear in chilly museums, on long train rides, or for romantic strolls along the Seine.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2026
For families Children can groom and walk St Bernard dogs, make their own mocktails and meet llamas and alpacas as part of the fun and varied activities at the complimentary kids club (10am-9pm).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Paka breaks up the merino monopoly with its low-crew-length alpaca-blend stalwart, which has been reviewed favorably in the past by Outside runners, hikers, and travellers.
—Scott Douglas, Outside, 3 Feb. 2026
The oh-so-soft knit is a blend of mohair and alpaca, which is warm and breathable enough to wear in chilly museums, on long train rides, or for romantic strolls along the Seine.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026
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“Alpaca.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alpaca. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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alpaca
noun
al·paca
al-ˈpak-ə 
1
: a mammal with fine long woolly hair domesticated in Peru and related to the llama
2
: wool of the alpaca or a cloth made of it
also
: a rayon or cotton imitation of this cloth
Etymology
Spanish
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