GENAPPE

Etymology

Noun

genappe (countable and uncountable, plural genappes)

A smooth worsted yarn or cord, used in the manufacture of braid, fringe, etc.

Source: Wiktionary


Ge*nappe", n. Etym: [From Genappe, in Belgium.]

Definition: A worsted yarn or cord of peculiar smoothness, used in the manufacture of braid, fringe, etc. Simmonds.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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