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chal·lis
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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.
Also,
chal·lie,
chal·ly.
Origin:
1840–50;
perhaps after
Challis,
a surname
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challis
or
challie
(ˈʃælɪ, -lɪs, ˈʃælɪ)
—
n
a lightweight plain-weave fabric of wool, cotton, etc, usually with a printed design
[C19: probably from a surname]
challie
or
challie
—
n
[C19: probably from a surname]
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition
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challis
type of fabric for lady's dresses, 1849, of unknown origin, perhaps from the surname.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
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