marocain

[ mar-uh-keyn, mar-uh-keyn ]

noun
  1. a crepe fabric made of silk, wool, or rayon, or a combination of these fibers, and distinguished by a strong rib effect, used in the manufacture of dresses and women's suits; a heavy Canton crepe.

Origin of marocain

1
1920–25; <French (crêpe) marocain Moroccan (crepe)
  • Also called crepe marocain.

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British Dictionary definitions for marocain

marocain

/ (ˈmærəˌkeɪn) /


noun
  1. a fabric of ribbed crepe

  2. a garment made from this fabric

Origin of marocain

1
C20: from French maroquin Moroccan

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