Ryeland

[ rahy-luhnd ]

noun

1. one of an English breed of white-faced sheep, yielding wool of high quality.

Ryeland

/ ˈraɪlənd /

noun

1. a breed of large hornless sheep having fine wool, originating from Herefordshire, England

Word History and Origins

Origin of Ryeland¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; named after Ryelands, a district in Herefordshire, England

Example Sentences

Herefordshire or Ryeland sheep have white legs and faces, and no horns.

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