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nainsook

Pronunciation: /ˈneɪnsʊk/
Definition of nainsook

noun

[mass noun]
  • a fine, soft cotton fabric, originally from South Asia.

Origin:

late 18th century: from Hindi nainsukh, from nain 'eye' + sukh 'pleasure'

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Definition of nainsook in the US English dictionary