flannelette

Definition

A type of soft, woven fabric, made to imitate flannel by raising or brushing the fibers in the weft. Frequently used in sleepwear, pillows, and bedding.

Etymology

From flannel + -ette.

Example Sentences

• "I am a draper mad with love. I love you more than all the flannelette and calico, candlewick, dimity, crash and merino, tussore, cretonne, crepon, muslin, poplin, ticking and twill in the whole Cloth Hall of the world."
• "Our flannelettes provide an extra layer between the underquilt and sheets."