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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A fabric similar to velvet. countable, dated, uncountable
2. 2
   A silk or plush pad for smoothing or giving lustre to silk hats. countable, uncountable

Verb

1. 1
   To dress with a velure. transitive

Synonyms

All synonyms

corduroycottonfabricnylon

Etymology

Alteration of velour.

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