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What is "Broad cloth" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 28-Mar-2023 (1 year, 1 month, 19 days ago)
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Broad cloth
This is an old type of woolen cloth, made from fine merino wool in plain weave. It is heavily milled and finished so as to make it suitable as a dress fabric.

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