Duvetynes

/ˌduːvəˈtaɪnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of duvetyne; multiple examples of this soft, velvety napped fabric.

Etymology

From duvetyne + -s (English plural). Duvetyne is a variant spelling of duvetine, tracing to French 'duvetine.'

Kelly Says

In period fashion journals, you might see buyers comparing different duvetynes from different mills—each with slightly different sheen and nap quality!

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