Definition
calamanco
noun
- A glossy woolen fabric with a satin weave, typically patterned with stripes or checks, used historically for clothing and furnishings.
Usage: archaic; historical textile term
Examples
- The merchant's inventory listed bolts of calamanco in various colors.
- Her dress was made of fine calamanco with a striped pattern.
- Calamanco was a popular fabric choice for waistcoats in the 18th century.
- The upholsterer selected calamanco for its durability and lustrous finish.