Albee

/ælˈbiː/ noun

Definition

A type of Scottish cloth or fabric, historically made with white as a dominant color.

Etymology

From Scottish English, likely derived from 'alb' (a white vestment) or directly from Latin 'albus' meaning white.

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Scottish textile traditions preserved unique color-coding in fabrics that helped identify regions and families before modern transportation made everything available everywhere!

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