swanskin (countable and uncountable, plural swanskins)
The skin of a swan with the down or feathers on.
A type of brushed flannel cotton twill fabric.
Source: Wiktionary
Swan"skin`, n.
1. The act of a swan with the down or the feathers on.
2. A species of soft flannel, thick and warm.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
18 September 2024
(noun) a jet engine in which a fan driven by a turbine provides extra air to the burner and gives extra thrust
International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.
