challis
or chal·lie, chal·ly
[ shal-ee ]
noun
a soft fabric of plain weave in wool, cotton, rayon, or other staple fiber, either in a solid color or, more often, a small print.
Origin of challis
1First recorded in 1840–50; perhaps after Challis, a surname
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British Dictionary definitions for challis
challis
challie (ˈʃælɪ)
/ (ˈʃælɪ, -lɪs) /
noun
a lightweight plain-weave fabric of wool, cotton, etc, usually with a printed design
Origin of challis
1C19: probably from a surname
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