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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
  
A heavy, thick [http://cameo.mfa.org/materials/fullrecord.asp?name=wool woolen] fabric with a [http://cameo.mfa.org/materials/fullrecord.asp?name=twill weave twill weave]. Melton, first made in England, has short nap on the outer surface that produces a smooth, non-glossy surface. It is used for overcoats, hunting jackets, and military uniforms.
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A heavy, thick [[wool|woolen]] fabric with a [[twill%20weave|twill weave]]. Melton, first made in England, has short nap on the outer surface that produces a smooth, non-glossy surface. It is used for overcoats, hunting jackets, and military uniforms.
  
 
== Synonyms and Related Terms ==
 
== Synonyms and Related Terms ==
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melton cloth
 
melton cloth
  
== Authority ==
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==Resources and Citations==
  
* Random House, Random House, ''Webster's Encyclopedic Unabridged Dictionary of the English Language'', Grammercy Book, New York, 1997
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* Random House, ''Webster's Encyclopedic Unabridged Dictionary of the English Language'', Grammercy Book, New York, 1997
  
* Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, ''Consumer Goods: How to Know and Use Them'', American Book Company, New York City, 1937
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* Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, ''Consumer Goods: How to Know and Use Them'', American Book Company, New York City, 1937
  
* Website address 1, Website address 1  Comment: www.fabrics.net
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* Website: www.fabrics.net
  
  
  
 
[[Category:Materials database]]
 
[[Category:Materials database]]

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Melton wool

Description

A heavy, thick woolen fabric with a Twill weave. Melton, first made in England, has short nap on the outer surface that produces a smooth, non-glossy surface. It is used for overcoats, hunting jackets, and military uniforms.

Synonyms and Related Terms

melton cloth

Resources and Citations

  • Random House, Webster's Encyclopedic Unabridged Dictionary of the English Language, Grammercy Book, New York, 1997
  • Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, Consumer Goods: How to Know and Use Them, American Book Company, New York City, 1937
  • Website: www.fabrics.net