broadcloth

Noun

Meaning

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.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

bunting calico corduroy tweed astrakhan grenadine cotton baize cashmere brocade challis chenille felt fabric cloth

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Antonyms

last strong advent enter solid substantial

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Hypernyms

material fabric cloth textile

Examples

An honest man, close-buttoned to the chin, Broadcloth without, and a warm heart within. William Cowper

Close letter words and terms

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