velveteen

American  

[vel-vi-teen] / ˌvɛl vɪˈtin /

noun

1. a cotton pile fabric with short pile.

2. velveteens, trousers of this fabric.

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adjective

1. made of velveteen.

   a velveteen jumper.

velveteen British  

/ 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

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Other Word Forms

• velveteened adjective

Etymology

Origin of velveteen

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

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

Possessor of a velveteen baritone, perfect pitch and brilliant piano skills, Cole is known for his recordings of songs including “Unforgettable,” “Mona Lisa” and “Rambling Rose.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• velvety