English Explanatory Dictionary

cambric

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A finely woven fabric made originally from linen but often now from cotton.
adj
  1. Synonym of Cambrian

Pronunciation

/ˈkæm.bɹɪk/

Word forms

cambric cambrics cambrick cambricke more Cambric most Cambric

Etymology

From Cambrai, a French commune where it was manufactured.

Synonyms

batiste Cambrian

Related words

chambray

Derived words

cambric tea
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