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grosgrain

Syllabification: (gros·grain)
Pronunciation: /ˈgrōˌgrān/

Definition of grosgrain

noun

  • a heavy, ribbed fabric, typically of silk or rayon.

Origin:

mid 19th century: French, 'coarse grain' (see also grogram)

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