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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) percale
a smooth, plain-weave cotton cloth, used esp. for bedsheets.

Etymology: (1615–25; < F < Pers pargāla rag; r. percalla < Pers)

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1. (noun) percale
a fine closely woven cotton fabric

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Webster Dictionary

1. (noun) percale
a fine cotton fabric, having a linen finish, and often printed on one side, -- used for women's and children's wear

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