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flannelette definition

flan·nel·ette or flannelet flan′·nelet′ (flan′əl et′)

noun

a soft cotton cloth like cotton flannel but lighter in weight

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flannelette Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • brush: This good value 100 % certified Organic cotton diaper is made of a soft brushed cotton flannelette.

Adjective modifier

  • soft: The outer layers are soft flannelette, print gingham on the outside, white inside.

Modifies a noun

  • sheet: Washable wipes are cheap or cheaper - you can make your own by cutting up old soft flannelette sheets or towels.

Noun used with modifier

  • %: This one size diaper is made from a very absorbent soft 100 % cotton flannelette, and fastens with a hook and loop fastening.
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