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Meaning of percale | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
/pəˈkeɪl/

Definitions

A fine, closely woven fabric, made from cotton, polyester or a mix of these, and used for sheets and clothing.

countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Deutsch Perkal
Español percal
Italiano percalle
Polski perkal
Русский перкаль

Examples

“In her percale bed. In her heaven of piled pillows.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

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