ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Shalloon

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ʃəˈluːn/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Shalloon is a noun meaning A fabric of tightly woven wool, mainly used for the linings of articles of clothing.

Meaning

A fabric of tightly woven wool, mainly used for the linings of articles of clothing.

More Meanings

  1. A material used as liner in artillery rounds between the casing and propellant or bursting charge. Also used as tying for silk bags containing the propellant charge in larger guns.
  2. (historical) A band for tying the tail of a wig, made of such material.

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