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Meaning of chambray | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
/ˈʃɒmbɹeɪ/

Definitions

A soft fabric woven with a white weft and coloured warp.

countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Français Chambray chambray

Examples

“She lies wrapped in a book muslin bedgown, a chambray gauze shift, and a french net nightcap.”
“I had bought some jeans and a couple of blue chambray workshirts to replace the kitchen-whites, but such clothes weren't nearly enough.”
“Always, the relentless bass of hip-hop blasting in rooms of nautical-themed furnishings, faded driftwood, gingham upholstery, linen and chambray.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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