Canton flannel

American  

noun

1. a plain-weave or twill-weave cotton fabric with a long, fleecy nap usually on one side only, used for sportswear, undergarments, backings and linings, etc.

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Canton flannel British  

/ ˈkæntɒn, -tən /

noun

1. another name for cotton flannel

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Etymology

Origin of Canton flannel

1880–85; after Canton, China

Example Sentences

Canton flannel, quilted, three layers to a mat, is easily washed, and furnishes a great deal of protection.

From The Myrtle Reed Cook Book by Reed, Myrtle

Have a number of tea towels, cheesecloth dusters, Canton flannel bags for brooms, silverware towels, etc., cut and ready to hem.

From Breakfasts and Teas Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions by Pierce, Paul

If used with care, an undercloth of this kind will last a long time, and I have found Canton flannel much more satisfactory than felt.

From Harper's Round Table, October 1, 1895 by Various

Water which has been discolored by soil after heavy rains or by the repairing of water pipes, should be strained through Canton flannel before use.

From The Complete Home by Laughlin, Clara E. (Clara Elizabeth)

S. Pack in bags of Canton flannel before putting into the drawers or boxes and place with them a few pieces of camphor gum.

From Armour's Monthly Cook Book, Volume 2, No. 12, October 1913 A Monthly Magazine of Household Interest by McClure, Mary Jane