Anchat

/ˈɑŋ.kɑt/ noun

Definition

An obsolete or rare term referring to a type of fabric or textile, possibly a heavy woven material from ancient or medieval times.

Etymology

From obscure or possibly Middle Eastern origins; the exact etymology is uncertain. It appears in historical textile documentation but has fallen out of use in modern English.

Kelly Says

Anchat is one of those words that archaeologists and textile historians get excited about—it shows up in old documents but nobody uses it anymore!

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