What is another word for caracul?
Pronunciation: [kˈaɹɐkˌʌl] (IPA) 
Caracul is a Persian lamb fur often used for making luxurious coats and hats. Synonyms for caracul include astrakhan, broadtail, and karakul. Astrakhan is a type of tightly curled fur that looks similar to caracul but is typically made from the pelts of fetal or newborn Karakul lambs from the Astrakhan region of Russia. Broadtail is another type of fur that is also made from the pelts of fetal or newborn Karakul lambs, but it has a smoother texture and is less curly than caracul. Karakul itself is also a synonym for caracul and refers to the breed of sheep from which the fur is obtained.
