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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | A heavy, thick [ | + | 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 | ||
| − | == | + | ==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 | + | * Website: www.fabrics.net |
[[Category:Materials database]] | [[Category:Materials database]] | ||
Latest revision as of 12:19, 18 October 2022
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