marcella

¹ American

[mahr-sel-uh] / mɑrˈsɛl ə /

noun

a cotton or linen fabric constructed in pique weave, used in the manufacture of vests, mats, etc.

Marcella ² American

[mahr-sel-uh] / mɑrˈsɛl ə /

noun

a female given name.

Etymology

Origin of marcella

First recorded in 1805–15; alteration of Marseilles

Example Sentences

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It was already divested of the twilled cotton sheets and marcella quilt which were all the Hoopers ever allowed either to themselves or their guests.

From Lady Connie by Ward, Humphry, Mrs.

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