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grosgrain

 

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Noun grosgrain has 1 sense
  1. grosgrain - a silk or silklike fabric with crosswise ribs
    --1 is a kind of
    fabric, cloth, material, textile

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Grosgrain

Description:

Grosgrain is a durable, ribbed fabric characterized by its prominent horizontal lines. It is commonly made from silk, rayon, or nylon and is often used for various purposes, including clothing, accessories, and crafts.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun: Type of Ribbon

Grosgrain refers to a type of ribbon that features distinctive ribs or texture. It is commonly used for decorative purposes, such as gift wrapping, embellishing clothing, or creating hair accessories.

Example sentence:

I tied a beautiful grosgrain ribbon around the gift box.

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2. Noun: Fabric

Grosgrain also denotes a fabric with a ribbed texture, commonly used in the manufacturing of garments or household textiles due to its durability.

Example sentence:

Her wedding dress featured intricate details made from a delicate grosgrain fabric.

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3. Adjective: Popular

Grosgrain can also be used as an adjective to describe something as popular or well-liked.

Example sentence:

The newly released book quickly became a grosgrain favorite among readers.

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4. Adjective: Local

In some contexts, grosgrain can describe something as local or pertaining to a particular place.

Example sentence:

The restaurant's menu features a variety of dishes highlighting local ingredients and grosgrain flavors.

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