poplin

noun

pop·​lin ˈpä-plən How to pronounce poplin (audio)
: a strong fabric in plain weave with crosswise ribs

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Quince's summer storefront is full of under-$50 warm-weather basics in materials like linen and cotton poplin that are ideal for looking put together, even in the humidity. Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026 Banana Republic's 100-percent cotton poplin pants feel particularly perfect for summer thanks to that floral cutwork embroidery. Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 14 June 2026 For summer, prioritize lightweight fabrics such as linen, cotton, poplin, or fluid drapey blends that keep you cool in warm weather. Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026 In building your collection, a bright white poplin is essential. Minty Mellon, Vogue, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for poplin

Word History

Etymology

French papeline

First Known Use

1710, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of poplin was in 1710

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“Poplin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/poplin. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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poplin

noun
pop·​lin ˈpäp-lən How to pronounce poplin (audio)
: a strong ribbed fabric in plain weave

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