Meaning organdy
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organdy(n) a sheer stiff muslin
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organdy"fine transparent muslin," 1829, from French organdi, defined as "sorte de Mousseline ou toile de coton" (1725), of unknown origin. Barnhart suggests it is an alteration of Organzi [..]
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organdyA plain weave, sheer fabric which has been stiffened. Organdy
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A fine, transparent fabric made from cotton, and usually stiffened.
* '''1978''', Lawrence Durrell, ''Livia'', Faber & Faber 1992 (''Avignon Quintet''), p. 445:
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organdy a very fine transparent muslin with a stiff finish. Some has lappet, swivel, or flocked designs. Made with tightly twisted yarns. Crispness is due to a finish with starch and calendering which w [..]
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