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Baize

Overview:

Baize is a type of strong, woolen fabric that is usually green in color and has a slightly napped surface. It is commonly used for covering billiard and card tables, as well as for making certain types of clothing and upholstery.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A strong, woolen fabric with a slightly napped surface, usually green in color, used for covering billiard and card tables.

Example sentence: The billiard table was covered with a soft baize to provide a smooth playing surface.

Sense 2:

Strong woolen fabric with a slightly napped surface, usually green in color, used for making certain types of clothing and upholstery.

Example sentence: She wore a beautiful coat made of luxurious baize fabric.

Sense 3:

Informal term for a local variation of rules or customs.

Example sentence: The town had its own baize when it came to how late the shops stayed open.

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