Canton flannel
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Canton flannel
1880–85; after Canton, China
Example Sentences
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In vain the little king-to-be may mumble the Canton flannel with his mouth.
From The Spread Eagle and Other Stories by Morris, Gouverneur
Canton flannel and bands, or tapes, should be inserted between split boards.
From Library Bookbinding by Bailey, Arthur Low
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)
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
She then brought a piece of Canton flannel, and the shears, and put them into my hands, saying that I might make two pairs of night-trowsers for the baby.
From A Woman who went to Alaska by Sullivan, May Kellogg
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