Plural of gabardine; a smooth, durable twilled fabric usually made from wool, cotton, or synthetic fibers, known for its diagonal weave and water-resistant properties.
From French 'gabardine,' possibly derived from 'Gabardine' referring to a type of cloak worn by 15th-century Spaniards, with uncertain ultimate origins but likely related to the Iberian Peninsula's textile traditions.
Gabardine became the fabric of choice for trench coats and military uniforms because of its incredible water resistance and durability—a single gabardine coat could last through years of combat and weather!
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