hopsacking
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Definition
Noun: A coarse, durable fabric characterized by a plain, loose basketweave structure, typically made from cotton or linen fibers. The name originates from the rough sacking material historically used for transporting hops.
Usage
Hopsacking is primarily used as a noun to refer to the fabric itself. It describes a material known for its textured, slightly nubby surface and breathable quality due to its open weave.
Examples
- The tailor recommended a sturdy hopsacking for the casual autumn jacket.
- Her suit was made of a lightweight wool hopsacking, giving it a distinctive, rustic texture.
- Traditional workwear often utilized hopsacking for its durability.
Advanced Usage
- As a modifier: The term can function attributively to describe other items made from this fabric.
- He wore a classic hopsacking blazer.
- In historical/comparative context: Used to describe a weave or texture reminiscent of the original coarse sacking.
- The designer's new collection features modern silks woven with a hopsacking effect.
Variants and Related Words
- Hopsack: A common shortened or variant form with the same meaning.
- The sport coat was made of a brown wool hopsack.
- Basketweave: Refers to the specific checkerboard-like weaving pattern characteristic of hopsacking fabric.
Synonyms
- Tweed (specifically when referring to a coarse, woolen fabric, though tweed encompasses many weaves)
- Sacking (refers to the very coarse original material, not typically for clothing)
- Coarse cloth
Notes on Meaning
The core meaning is the fabric. Its defining features are its material (traditionally cotton/linen, now also wool), weave (plain basketweave), and quality (coarse, durable, textured). It is distinct from finer, tightly woven fabrics.
Noun
- a loosely woven coarse fabric of cotton or linen; used in clothing