Grosgrain Definition

grōgrān
noun
A closely woven silk or rayon fabric with prominent, crosswise ribbing, used for ribbons, trimming, etc.
Webster's New World
A ribbon made of this fabric.
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Other Word Forms of Grosgrain

Noun

Singular:
grosgrain
Plural:
grosgrains

Origin of Grosgrain

  • French gros grain coarse texture gros coarse, thick (from Old French gross) grain texture, grain (from Old French graine grain, seed grain)

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • From French gros-grain.

    From Wiktionary

Grosgrain Sentence Examples

  • It has lace inset handles which measure 18 inches long and is decorated with black grosgrain ribbon.

  • Both coats featured sweet details inside, such as grosgrain piping and charmeuse lining.

  • Supple leathers in an array of colors, richly textured velvets and elegant ribbons of satin or grosgrain are beautifully adorned and decorated.

  • Satin or grosgrain facing on the lapels is appropriate.

  • You'll find beautiful silk and satin ribbons perfect for decorating a wedding gown, as well as simple grosgrain ribbons that can enhance a child's toy.

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Words Starting With

GGRGRO

Words Ending With

NINAIN

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