Whipcord
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Description
A round, twisted cord or a twill fabric with a clearly defined diagonal ribs. Whipcord fabrics, made from cotton or wool, are typically used in upholstery, sportswear, or uniforms. Whipcord ropes were used to make whiplashes.
Authority
- Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles, Phyllis G.Tortora, Robert S. Merkel (eds.), Fairchild Publications, New York City, 7th edition, 1996
- The American Heritage Dictionary or Encarta, via Microsoft Bookshelf 98, Microsoft Corp., 1998
- Website address 1 Comment: www.fabrics.net