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madras

Definition of madras

noun

[mass noun]
  • 1a strong cotton fabric with colourful stripes or checks: [as modifier]:a short-sleeved madras shirt
  • 2a dish of meat, fish, or vegetables in a hot curry sauce.

Origin:

mid 19th century: by association with Madras

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