undercloth

American  

[uhn-der-klawth] / ˈʌn dərˌklɔθ /

noun

plural

undercloths

1. a piece of fabric placed beneath something, such as under a tablecloth or a garment, to provide protection.

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Example Sentences

Typically, Sikh men cover their hair with a thin undercloth called a patka before tying it in a knot on top of their heads.

From Washington Post

Next to the table you must have a heavy undercloth of felt or Canton flannel.

From Project Gutenberg

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 Project Gutenberg

On the platform, is placed the bedding belonging to the deceased, the undercloth, counterpane, etc., and at the head are laid the pillows, bolster-shaped and stuffed with cotton-tree fluff, or shredded palm-leaves, and covered with some gaily-coloured cotton cloth. 

From Project Gutenberg