huckaback

American  

[huhk-uh-bak] / ˈhʌk əˌbæk /

noun

1. toweling of linen or cotton, of a distinctive absorbent weave.

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huckaback British  

/ ˈhʌkəˌbæk /

noun

1. Also called: huck.  a coarse absorbent linen or cotton fabric used for towels and informal shirts, etc

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Etymology

Origin of huckaback

First recorded in 1680–90; origin uncertain

Example Sentences

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huckaback

Parsons disappeared behind the partition for a moment and reappeared instantly, gripping a thin cylinder of rolled huckaback.

From The History of Mr. Polly by Wells, H. G. (Herbert George)

Madame Danois, in the Fairy Tales, used to tapestry them with jonquils; but as that furniture will not last above a fortnight in the year, I shall prefer something more huckaback.

From Letters of Horace Walpole — Volume II by Walpole, Horace

Each pupil should provide sufficient denim, percale, huckaback, or other washable material to cover the two sides of a holder 7 inches square, and enough outing or canton flannel for a double lining.

From Ontario Teachers' Manuals: Household Science in Rural Schools by Ontario. Ministry of Education

You are huckaback on the other side of the Channel, and you wear out the poor Irish linen, let the justice of the case be what it may.

From The Letters of Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1 of 2) by Kenyon, Frederic G. (Frederic George), Sir

They are generally made of huckaback of moderate fineness; but some ladies prefer making them of a coarser kind of damask.

From The Ladies' Work-Table Book Containing Clear and Practical Instructions in Plain and Fancy Needlework, Embroidery, Knitting, Netting and Crochet by Anonymous