poplin

noun

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

Examples of poplin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web With styling assistance from Tara Swennen, Stewart rounded out the look with a coordinating cotton poplin shirt (also by Brunello Cucinelli) left unbuttoned to subtly expose her bra underneath. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 12 Mar. 2024 A little white dress is nothing new for spring—but what is new is the way labels like Tove, The Row, and Ferragamo styled crisp cotton poplin (over pants with loafers or with XXL belts) to evoke that same easy, breezy sensation in in more modern form. Talia Abbas, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2024 The billionaire rap mogul wore a black wool jacket with a satin peak lapel, matching wool trousers, a black cotton poplin shirt, and a black feather flower brooch. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2024 The singer-songwriter’s cotton poplin button-down with beaded embroidery is custom version of this $1,050 Prada shirt. Andrea Lavinthal, Peoplemag, 5 Feb. 2024 The actor wore a red and white striped cotton poplin button up and baggy medium wash jeans that pooled around her ankles. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2024 It’s made from a lightweight cotton poplin that’ll (hopefully) offset all the heat emanating from the ovens and stoves! Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 15 Nov. 2023 Banana Republic Paxton poplin mini dress Paired with boots or sandals, a shirtdress is the versatile piece to always have on hand in your wardrobe. Porter Simmons, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2023 Elevate your bedroom wardrobe with one of Brooklinen's Marina Pajama Sets, which come in four polished designs, like the light blue and red poplin set seen above. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 27 Oct. 2023

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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 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

poplin

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

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