mungo

American  

[muhng-goh] / ˈmʌŋ goʊ /

Also mongoe.

noun

plural

mungos

1. a low-grade wool from felted rags or waste.

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mungo British  

/ ˈmʌŋɡəʊ /

noun

1. a cheap felted fabric made from waste wool

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Etymology

Origin of mungo

First recorded in 1800–10; origin uncertain

Example Sentences

When asked what she had discussed with the Prince of Wales, Andoh said they "talked about homelessness" as she had been working with St Mungo's and helping youngsters to get the "best start in life".

From BBC

It is believed to be where St Kentigern, also known as Mungo, established his cell and performed baptisms in the waters of the Molendinar Burn below.

From BBC

Joe Mungo Reed’s second novel, ‘Hammer,’ is a slow burn of dangerous liaisons revolving around a Russian oligarch who comes to oppose Vladimir Putin.

From Los Angeles Times

Emma Haddad, chief executive of homeless charity St Mungo’s, said she was encouraged by the government’s determination to push through the Renters' Rights Bill.

From BBC

The questionable spending, according to the county, included $232,500 paid to the foundation’s president, Stacy Mungo Flanigan, since last year.

From Los Angeles Times