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Record 1 2000-05-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Fabric Nomenclature
DEF

A fabric, usually of cotton, that is checked or striped by corded effects, which are made by weaving two or more threads as one.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Nomenclature des tissus
OBS

Damas. Tout tissu dont les dessins brillants sur fond mat à l'endroit se retrouvent mats sur fond brillant à l'envers.

Spanish

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Record 2 2000-05-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Fabric Nomenclature
DEF

A sheer, thin, spun cloth which sometimes has cords or stripes woven in. It is used for aprons, pinafores, and many types of dress goods.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Nomenclature des tissus
DEF

Étoffe croisée dont la chaîne est de fil et la trame de coton.

Spanish

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