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DUCK FABRIC [1 record]

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Record 1 2004-12-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Fabric Nomenclature
DEF

A compact, firm, heavy, plain-weave fabric with a weight of 6-50 ounces per square yard.

OBS

There are many kinds of duck but the heavier weighs are called canvas. It may be unbleached, white, dyed, printed or painted. Washable, many are water-proof and wind-proof ... Uses: Utility clothing in lighter weights, such as trousers, jackets, aprons. Also for awnings, sails, slipcovers, draperies, sportswear, tents, and many industrial uses.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Nomenclature des tissus
DEF

Tissu d'armure croisée, très serré, qui se fait généralement en uni ou à rayures de couleurs tissées, parfois aussi à dessin Jacquard.

Spanish

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