Gabardine

Definitions

1. A type of woolen cloth with a diagonal ribbed texture on one side.
   countable, uncountable, usually
2. A similar fabric, made from cotton.
   countable, uncountable, usually
3. A long cloak.
   countable, usually
4. A yellow robe that Jews in England were compelled to wear in the year 1189 as a mark of distinction.
   countable, historical, usually

Equivalents

Examples

“The merchant found gabardines with finer ribs sold better here.”

“You call⟳ me misbeliever, cut-throat dog, And spet upon my Jewish gabardine, And all for use⟳ of that which is mine own⟳.”

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