swan's-down

swan's-down

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

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swan's-down

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noun

The soft down of a swan.
A soft woolen or wool and silk fabric.
Flannelette.

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