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Flannelette: meaning, definitions and examples

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flannelette

 

[ หˆflรฆn.ษ™.lษ›t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

textile material

Flannelette is a type of soft woven fabric made from cotton or a cotton blend that resembles flannel. It is typically brushed on one or both sides to create a warm and fuzzy texture. Commonly used for bedding, pajamas, and children's clothing, flannelette is prized for its comfort and warmth. Due to its lightweight and soft feel, it is especially popular in colder climates.

Synonyms

brushed cotton, cotton fabric, soft fabric

Examples of usage

  • I love my flannelette pajamas for winter nights.
  • She bought a flannelette blanket to stay warm.
  • Flannelette sheets are the best for chilly weather.

Translations

Translations of the word "flannelette" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น flanela

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคฒเฅˆเคจเฅ‡เคฒเฅ‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Flanell

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ flanel

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะปะฐะฝะตะปะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ flanela

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใƒฉใƒณใƒใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท flanelle

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ franela

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท flanel

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”Œ๋ž€๋„ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูู„ุงู†ูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ flanel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ flanel

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆณ•ๅ…ฐ็ป’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ flanel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ flanel

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะปะฐะฝะตะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒšแƒแƒœแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ flanel

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ franela

Etymology

The term 'flannelette' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the word 'flannel'. Flannel itself has its roots in Wales, where it was traditionally made from wool, often used for garments. As the fabric's popularity grew, manufacturers began to experiment with cotton varieties, giving birth to flanneletteโ€”a lighter, softer alternative that offered similar warmth. Initially, flannelette was produced in Britain before spreading to other parts of the world as cotton became more accessible. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, flannelette became a staple in households, especially for children's sleepwear and bedding, thanks to its gentle touch and affordability. Today, it remains a favored choice for cozy clothing and home textiles, evolving with design trends while retaining its foundational qualities.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,056, 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.