Canton flannel
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Canton flannel
1880–85; after Canton, China
Example Sentences
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Water which has been discolored by soil after heavy rains or by the repairing of water pipes, should be strained through Canton flannel before use.
From The Complete Home by Laughlin, Clara E. (Clara Elizabeth)
All I want is a piece of Canton flannel.
From Twenty Years of Hus'ling by Denslow, W. W. (William Wallace)
Have a number of tea towels, cheesecloth dusters, Canton flannel bags for brooms, silverware towels, etc., cut and ready to hem.
From Breakfasts and Teas Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions by Pierce, Paul
She then brought a piece of Canton flannel, and the shears, and put them into my hands, saying that I might make two pairs of night-trowsers for the baby.
From A Woman who went to Alaska by Sullivan, May Kellogg
Canton flannel, fleecy side up, is best, but any kind will answer the purpose.
From Little Folks' Handy Book by Beard, Adelia B. (Adelia Belle)
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