Chambray: meaning, definitions and examples

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chambray

 

[ หˆสƒรฆm.breษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fabric type

Chambray is a lightweight fabric that is typically made from cotton and features a colored warp and a white weft. It resembles denim but is softer and thinner, making it a popular choice for shirts and summer clothing.

Synonyms

cotton, denim, twill

Examples of usage

  • He wore a chambray shirt to the picnic.
  • The chambray dress was perfect for the beach party.
  • Chambray fabrics are great for casual wear.
  • She prefers chambray over regular denim in the summer.

Translations

Translations of the word "chambray" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น chambray

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฎเคฌเฅเคฐเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Chambray

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ chambray

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆะฐะผะฑั€ะตะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ chambray

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒฃใƒณใƒ–ใƒฌใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chambray

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ chambray

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท chambray

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ƒด๋ธŒ๋ ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุงู…ุจุฑุงูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chambray

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ chambray

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฆ™ๅธƒ้›ท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ chambray

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ chambray

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฐะผะฑั€ะตะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒแƒ›แƒ‘แƒ แƒ”แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chambray

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ chambray

Etymology

The term 'chambray' originates from the French word 'chambray', which refers to a type of fabric. This word is derived from the name of a town, Cambrai, in northern France, where the fabric was first produced. The fabric gained popularity in the 19th century and was often used in workwear due to its durable yet breathable nature. Chambray is characterized by its use of different colors in the warp and weft threads, creating a noticeable texture and appearance. Unlike denim, which uses a twill weaving pattern, chambray is woven in a plain weave, making it lighter and more comfortable for warm weather. Its versatile look has made it a staple in American casual wear, often found in shirts, dresses, and even lightweight trousers.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,847, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.