velveteen

[vel-vi-teen]

noun

1. a cotton pile fabric with short pile.

2. velveteens, trousers of this fabric.

adjective

1. made of velveteen.

   a velveteen jumper.

velveteen

/ ˌvɛlvɪˈtiːn /

noun

1. 1. a cotton fabric resembling velvet with a short thick pile, used for clothing, etc

   2. ( as modifier )

      velveteen trousers

2. (plural) trousers made of velveteen

Other Word Forms

• velveteened adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of velveteen¹

1770–80; velvet + -een, variant of -ine ¹

Example Sentences

That lent a velveteen innocence to the jovial wreckage “The Osbournes” created and navigated almost constantly, although there were many times when what we saw clashed against the lighthearted sonic wallpaper.

From Salon

A black and gilt disco vibe permeates the 500-capacity space, from the undulating wood ceiling made from salvaged Hollywood Bowl seats to velveteen booths and a winking poster advertising Quaaludes.

From Los Angeles Times

But we're walking around here in sequins and velveteens for the lady's point.

From Salon

The reliefs, which often included cavities, lined with dark velveteen, attracted fascination and speculation.

From New York Times

At the National Museum of African American History and Culture, one of Mrs. Beane’s hats is green velveteen.

From Washington Post

Related Words

• velvety