pincordn.
/ˈpɪnkɔːd/, U.S. /ˈpɪnˌkɔrd/ A finely ribbed corduroy fabric; = needlecord n. Frequently attributive.
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the world > textiles and clothing > textiles > textile fabric or an article of textile fabric > textile fabric > textile fabric manufactured in specific way > [noun] > ribbed or corded > specific
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1919 Manitoba Free Press 4 Aug. 20/3 (advt.) A beautiful, bright-surfaced gowning fabric, in very fine pincord weave.
1979 A. Scholefield Point of Honour 142 White pincord slacks.
2000 N.Y. Mag. 8 May 25 (advt.) Affording unsurpassed comfort and ease even in the warmest weather, our selection also includes seersucker and pincord.
This entry has been updated (OED Third Edition, June 2006; most recently modified version published online March 2022).
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