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 • Jan. 23, 2023

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

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

From Harper's Round Table, October 1, 1895 by Various