Broadcloth
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɹɔːdˌklɒθ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Broadcloth is a noun meaning A dense, plain woven cloth, usually made of cotton or a cotton blend.
Meaning
A dense, plain woven cloth, usually made of cotton or a cotton blend.
More Meanings
- (historical) 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.
Example Sentences
The look of hurt fury which she hurled at the Bishop's back might have singed his clerical broadcloth.
Word Forms
- broadcloths
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include broady, longcloth, packcloth, doublecloth, corduroy, barkcloth.
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