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grosgrain

/ˈɡroʊ.ɡreɪn/

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noun

/ˈɡroʊ.ɡreɪn/C1formalart
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее тип ткани, обычно изготавливаемой из шёлка или подобного материала, характеризующейся отчётливыми поперечными рубчиками.

A noun referring to a type of fabric, typically made of silk or a similar material, characterized by its distinct crosswise ribs.

  1. Ribbed FabricC1formal

    A heavy, durable fabric with prominent crosswise ribs, typically made of silk, rayon, or synthetic fibers, used for ribbons, trims, and formal wear.

    ruГроденапль

    • The hat was decorated with a wide grosgrain ribbon.
    • She chose a grosgrain belt to match her evening gown.
    • The tailor recommended grosgrain for the lapels of the tuxedo.
Forms
  • grosgrains plural form
  • grosgrains' possessive plural form
  • grosgrain's possessive singular form