camlet


cam·let

noun \ˈkam-lət\

Definition of CAMLET

1
a : a medieval Asian fabric of camel hair or angora wool b : a European fabric of silk and wool c : a fine lustrous woolen
2
: a garment made of camlet

Origin of CAMLET

Middle English cameloit, from Middle French camelot, from Arabic khamlat woolen plush
First Known Use: 15th century

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