Canton flannel
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Canton flannel
1880–85; after Canton, China
Example Sentences
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Then cut the same shape in merino or cashmere, line the little sole with Canton flannel or silk, and bind it with very narrow ribbon.
From St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 5, Nov 1877-Nov 1878 No 1, Nov 1877 by Dodge, Mary Mapes
Directions.—Use the polish dry with a piece of chamois skin or Canton flannel, previously moistened with water or alcohol, and finish with the polish dry.
From One Thousand Secrets of Wise and Rich Men Revealed by Bogardus, C. A.
Before covering, these are to be padded with two or three thicknesses of Canton flannel.
From American Hand Book of the Daguerreotype by Humphrey, S. D. (Samuel Dwight)
Canton flannel, fleecy side up, is best, but any kind will answer the purpose.
From Little Folks' Handy Book by Beard, Adelia B. (Adelia Belle)
Make of 8 pounds sugar and 2 quarts water a plain syrup; when nearly cold add 1 quart pure lemon juice; filter through a Canton flannel filter and bottle.
From Desserts and Salads by Lemcke, Gesine
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