SAILCLOTH

sailcloth

(noun) a strong fabric (such as cotton canvas) used for making sails and tents

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

sailcloth (usually uncountable, plural sailcloths)

A strong, durable fabric suitable for making sails for ships or boats.

Usage notes

• This term can be used even when the fabric is used for other purposes.

Anagrams

• lacoliths

Source: Wiktionary


Sail"cloth`, n.

Definition: Duck or canvas used in making sails.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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