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DictionarysergeTwilled fabric
noun

serge

SURJ/sɜːrdʒ/

A durable twilled fabric, often made of wool.

The folded serge reveals distinct diagonal ribs in its sturdy weave.

A close swatch of sturdy wool serge shows distinct diagonal twill ribs, with a neatly cut folded edge and restrained tactile ink hatching.
Etymology
sergeGreeksilken

The ancestor meant “silken,” and the fabric name appears originally to have designated silk cloth. The name survived a change of material, coming to denote a durable fabric often made of wool.

In context

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More examples

  • You can see fine diagonal ribs in the serge.
  • Her serge skirt holds its shape through a long workday.
  • We choose heavy serge for the winter uniforms.

Forms

serge

Similar words

twill
Names the broader fabric category with diagonal ribs, including serge.
worsted
Specifies fabric made from smooth wool yarn, not one weave.