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tarlatan

Pronunciation: /ˈtɑːlətən/
Definition of tarlatan

noun

[mass noun]
  • a thin, open-weave muslin fabric, used for stiffening ball dresses.

Origin:

early 18th century: from French tarlatane, probably of Indian origin

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