jacquard

noun

jac·​quard ˈja-ˌkärd How to pronounce jacquard (audio)
often capitalized, often attributive
1
: a fabric of intricate variegated weave or pattern
2
a
: the control mechanism of a Jacquard loom

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The offering features angular silhouettes with jacquard and embroidery across the range. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025 The new collection also incorporates jacquard weaving techniques that mimic the look of Japanese boro patchwork. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Oct. 2025 Meanwhile, the clothes were tactile and engaging: There were many desirable wardrobe staples like the jacquard and leather outerwear, and several smart trousers. Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2025 Highlights include a blouson jacket that reinterprets a 1942 Royal Air Force battle dress jacket and an English silk-jacquard tie decorated with CAD drawings of the Supermarine Spitfire. Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for jacquard

Word History

Etymology

Joseph Jacquard

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Time Traveler
The first known use of jacquard was in 1890

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“Jacquard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jacquard. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

Biographical Definition

Jacquard

biographical name

Jac·​quard zha-ˈkär How to pronounce Jacquard (audio)
ˈja-ˌkärd
Joseph-Marie 1752–1834 French inventor
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