swan's-down

(swänzdo̵un′, swônz-)

noun

  1. the soft, fine under-feathers, or down, of the swan, used for trimming clothes, etc.
  2. a soft, thick fabric of wool and silk, rayon, or cotton, used for making baby clothes, etc.
  3. a cotton fabric with a satin weave and a heavy napped finish
  4. a very soft cotton flannel

See swan's-down in American Heritage Dictionary 4

also swans·down

noun
  1. The soft down of a swan.
  2. A soft woolen fabric used especially for baby clothes.
  3. Flannelette.
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