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gingham

Pronunciation: /ˈgɪŋəm/
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Definition of gingham

noun

[mass noun]
  • lightweight plain-woven cotton cloth, typically checked in white and a bold colour: [as modifier]:gingham curtains

Origin:

early 17th century: from Dutch gingang, from Malay genggang (originally an adjective meaning 'striped')

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