English Explanatory Dictionary

nainsook

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A soft, fine muslin of South Asian origin, sometimes used to make baby clothes.

Pronunciation

/ˈneɪnˌsʊk/

Word forms

nainsook nainsooks nyansook

Etymology

From Hindi नैनसुख (nainsukh), from नैन (nain, “eye”) + सुख (sukh, “pleasure, luxury”).

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