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1. (n.) broadcloth
a closely woven fabric of cotton, rayon, silk, or a mixture of these, having a soft mercerized finish, used for shirts, dresses, etc.
2. broadcloth
a woolen or worsted fabric constructed in a plain or twill weave, having a smooth texture and lustrous finish.
Etymology: (1400–50)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) broadcloth
a densely textured woolen fabric with a lustrous finish
2. (noun) broadcloth
a closely woven silk or synthetic fabric with a narrow crosswise rib
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1. (noun) broadcloth
a fine smooth-faced woolen cloth for men's garments, usually of double width (i.e., a yard and a half); -- so called in distinction from woolens three quarters of a yard wide
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