Cambric: meaning, definitions and examples

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cambric

 

[ หˆkษ›mbrษชk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fabric type

Cambric is a lightweight, closely woven cotton fabric, traditionally made from finer yarns. It is often used for making shirts, handkerchiefs, and other garments. The fabric is known for its smooth surface and soft texture, making it comfortable to wear. It is sometimes confused with batiste, but cambric is generally heavier and denser.

Synonyms

batiste, muslin, sheer

Examples of usage

  • She chose a cambric shirt for the summer party.
  • The delicate cambric handkerchief was a fine gift.
  • He admired the cambric fabric at the tailor's shop.

Translations

Translations of the word "cambric" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cambric

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅˆเค‚เคฌเฅเคฐเคฟเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Cambric

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ cambric

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐะผะฑั€ั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kambrik

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ญใƒฃใƒณใƒ–ใƒชใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cambric

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cambric

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cambric

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์บ ๋ธŒ๋ฆญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุงู…ุจุฑูŠูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kambrik

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kambrik

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽๅธƒ้‡Œๅ…‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kambrik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kambrik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐะผะฑั€ะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ›แƒ‘แƒ แƒ˜แƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kambrik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cambric

Etymology

The word 'cambric' originated from the Middle French term 'cambre', which itself derived from the old Flemish word 'cambre', meaning 'Cambria' or 'Cambria cloth', referring to the region of Cambrai in northern France where the fabric was first produced. This fabric was originally made from linen, but as production spread throughout Europe, it began to be predominantly made from cotton. By the 18th century, cambric became popular for its fine, smooth qualities and was frequently used in high-quality garments. The rise of cambric signified a shift in textile manufacturing practices, moving towards lighter, more breathable fabrics that could provide comfort without sacrificing quality.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,938, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.