flannelette
/,flænl'et/ Cách viết khác : (flannelette) /,flænl'et/
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Definition
Noun: A soft, lightweight, napped cotton fabric that imitates the texture and appearance of flannel. It is typically used for making sleepwear, bedding, and casual clothing.
Usage
Flannelette is a specific type of fabric. It is used as a material noun. * The pajamas were made from warm, brushed flannelette. * She prefers flannelette sheets in the winter because they are cozy.
Examples
- The baby's blanket was soft flannelette.
- This shirt is 100% cotton flannelette.
- They sell flannelette by the meter at the fabric store.
Advanced Usage
- As a modifier: Flannelette is often used attributively (like an adjective) to describe items made from the fabric.
- He wore flannelette pajamas.
- We bought new flannelette sheets.
Variants and Related Words
- Flannel (noun): The original, often woolen or worsted, fabric that flannelette imitates. Flannel can also be made from cotton, but traditionally it is heavier than flannelette.
- Brushed cotton (noun): A general term for cotton fabric that has been brushed to create a soft nap, similar to flannelette.
Synonyms
- Brushed cotton
- Nap fabric (general term)
Notes on Meaning
The core meaning of "flannelette" is always related to the imitation fabric. It does not refer to a pattern, a color, or a specific garment style, but specifically to the napped cotton material itself.
Noun
- a cotton fabric imitating flannel