corduroy

Meanings

• noun

  A type of fabric with distinctive, raised fibers running lengthwise, giving it a characteristic texture and appearance.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkɔɹdəɹɔɪ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with corduroy
borrow , tomorrow , morrow , row

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Variants

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corduroy , corduroys , corduroyed , corduroying

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Etymology

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Originally developed in Scotland in the late 18th century, corduroy was initially used for making roads before being adopted for clothing.

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Trivia

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1. Corduroy fabric is made by weaving two sets of yarns at right angles to each other.

2. The word 'corduroy' comes from the French words 'corde du roi', which means 'the king's rope'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Denim: Both corduroy and denim are popular types of heavy-duty fabrics used for clothing.

2. Woolen fabric: Corduroy is often compared to other textured fabrics, such as woolen fabrics, due to their similar appearance and feel.

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Culture

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Corduroy gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and was often used for work clothes and uniforms due to its durability. In recent years, it has been revived as a fashionable fabric for casual wear.

How to Memorize "corduroy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a piece of fabric with raised, wavy lines running parallel to each other. This is what corduroy looks like.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'corduroy' with the feeling of a heavy, textured fabric against your skin.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'corduroy' is a type of fabric with 'rows' of 'cord'-like fibers.

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