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loden Definition

lo·den (lōd'n)

noun

  1. a fulled, waterproof wool cloth with a short pile, used for coats
  2. a dark olive green often used for this cloth

Etymology: Ger < MHG lode < OHG lodo, coarse cloth, akin to OE lotha, cloak < IE base *(s)leu-, to hang loosely > slouch, sleet

loden Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • coat: The hamster fur is only a lining for a loden coat.

Browse dictionary entries near loden

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  1. lodestar
  2. lodestone
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