canevacanevasn.
1. Obsolete form of canvas n.
2. Also: modern fancy name of a woollen fabric.
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caneva1885
1885 Young Ladies' Jrnl. 1 July 3/2 Caneva..made of the finest wool..closely woven together to resemble canvas.
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