Gabardine

noun

/ˈɡæbəˌdiːn/

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounA type of woolen cloth with a diagonal ribbed texture on one side.

"The merchant found gabardines with finer ribs sold better here."

2.nounA similar fabric, made from cotton.

3.nounA gaberdine (garment).

4.nounA yellow robe that Jews in England were compelled to wear in the year 1189 as a mark of distinction.

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