swan's-down

swan's-down

also swans·down (swŏnz′doun′)n.1. The soft down of a swan.2. A soft woolen or wool and silk fabric.3. Flannelette.

swan's-down

n 1. (Textiles) the fine soft down feathers of a swan, used to trim powder puffs, clothes, etc 2. (Textiles) a thick soft fabric of wool with silk, cotton, or rayon, used for infants' clothing, etc 3. (Textiles) a cotton fabric with a heavy nap
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