madras

ma·dras

noun \ˈma-drəs; mə-ˈdras, -ˈdräs\

Definition of MADRAS

1

: a large silk or cotton kerchief usually of bright colors that is often worn as a turban

2

a : a fine plain-woven shirting and dress fabric usually of cotton with varied designs (as plaid) in bright colors or in white

b : a light open usually cotton fabric with a heavy design used for curtains

Examples of MADRAS

1. <an Indian woman wearing a madras in bright yellow>

Origin of MADRAS

Madras, India

First Known Use: circa 1830

Related to MADRAS

Synonyms

babushka, do-rag, handkerchief, kerchief, bandanna, mantilla

Related Words

shawl; hankie (or hanky)

Other Clothing Terms

babushka, brogue, bumbershoot, cravat, dishabille, furbelow, layette, raiment, spectator

Ma·dras

geographical name \mə-ˈdras, -ˈdräs\

Definition of MADRAS

1

— see tamil nadu

2

or Chen·nai \ˈche-ˌnī\ city & port S India ∗ of Tamil Nadu pop 4,216,268

— Ma·drasi \-ˈdra-sē, -ˈdrä-\ noun

Rhymes with MADRAS

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