marocain

[ mar-uh-keyn, mar-uh-keyn ]

noun

1. a crepe fabric made of silk, wool, or rayon, or a combination of these fibers, and distinguished by a strong rib effect, used in the manufacture of dresses and women's suits; a heavy Canton crepe.

marocain

/ ˈmærəˌkeɪn /

noun

1. a fabric of ribbed crepe
2. a garment made from this fabric

Word History and Origins

Origin of marocain¹

1920–25; < French ( crêpe ) marocain Moroccan (crepe)

Word History and Origins

Origin of marocain¹

C20: from French maroquin Moroccan

Example Sentences

I noticed the Pavillon Marocain amongst the most successful of these imitations.

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