moreen
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9.9
- noun
- Archaic
- The antique sofa was reupholstered in a rich burgundy moreen that added elegance to the room.
Examples
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In the Victorian era, moreen was commonly chosen for durable and stylish draperies.
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The sofa was upholstered in rich moreen.
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Heavy green moreen curtains blocked the sunlight from the library's tall windows.
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Can you buy some moreen for the curtains?
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The upholstery in the living room is made of beautiful moreen fabric.
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She chose moreen curtains to add a touch of elegance to her bedroom.
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The chair was reupholstered in a luxurious moreen that matched the decor perfectly.
Synonyms
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7.2
A soft cotton cloth with short, thick raised threads
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2.3
A cloth or piece of clothing made from wool to keep warm
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9.8
A heavy wool cloth with a rough raised surface used for warm coats
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9.9
A heavy fabric with raised patterns used for covering furniture and curtains
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3.7
Material used to cover and pad furniture like chairs or sofas
A heavy fabric with a raised, quilted surface used for bed covers and jackets
How Heavy
Surface Forms
Etymology
Moreen names a heavy, ribbed cloth used for curtains and upholstery, and a helpful way to remember it is to think of the start more as 'more' — that is, 'thicker' or 'heavier' than ordinary fabric. So, moreen means a thick, durable material used for drapes and furniture.