corriedale: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
C2Specialized / Technical
Quick answer
What does “corriedale” mean?
A dual-purpose breed of sheep, originally from New Zealand, known for both its wool and meat.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A dual-purpose breed of sheep, originally from New Zealand, known for both its wool and meat.
The term primarily refers to the sheep breed but can also refer to its wool, which is medium-grade and used in textiles, or to farming and agricultural contexts involving this breed.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Usage is identical in both dialects, confined to specialist fields. The breed is internationally recognized.
Connotations
Connotes expertise in farming, wool quality, and pastoral history. No negative connotations.
Frequency
Extremely low frequency in general language. Slightly higher frequency in UK, Australian, and NZ English due to stronger historical sheep farming traditions.
Grammar
How to Use “corriedale” in a Sentence
The farmer raised [CORRIEDALES].The wool was sourced from [A CORRIEDALE].Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “corriedale” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The Corriedale stock fetched excellent prices at the market in Cumbria.
- She prefers knitting with Corriedale tops for their consistent staple.
American English
- The Corriedale lambs thrived on the Montana ranch.
- This yarn is a blend of Corriedale and alpaca fibres.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
In the wool export business, Corriedale fleece commands a reliable mid-market price.
Academic
The development of the Corriedale breed in the late 19th century represented a significant advance in purposeful livestock hybridization.
Everyday
(Virtually never used in everyday conversation)
Technical
The Corriedale's wool has a fibre diameter ranging from 31.5 to 24.5 microns, making it suitable for a variety of spun yarns.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “corriedale”
Neutral
Weak
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “corriedale”
- Misspelling as 'corrydale', 'corridale', or 'corriedale' (with one 'r').
- Using it as a common noun without capitalization (incorrect: 'a corriedale'; correct: 'a Corriedale').
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a highly specialized term known mainly to those in farming, textiles, or historical contexts.
No, it functions almost exclusively as a proper noun (the breed name) or attributively as an adjective (e.g., Corriedale wool).
It is a dual-purpose breed, meaning it is raised both for its medium-grade wool and its quality meat.
It originates from 'Corriedale', the name of a sheep station in New Zealand where the breed was developed in the late 1800s.
A dual-purpose breed of sheep, originally from New Zealand, known for both its wool and meat.
Corriedale is usually specialized / technical in register.
Corriedale: in British English it is pronounced /ˌkɒr.iˈdeɪl/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌkɔːr.iˈdeɪl/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Imagine a sheep with a CORE of good meat and a lovely DALE (valley) of wool on its back – a Corrie-dale.
Conceptual Metaphor
Breed as a balanced product: conceptualized as a 'versatile asset' or a 'balanced investment' in farming.
Practice
Quiz
In which field is the term 'Corriedale' primarily used?