ben·ga·line
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Definition of bengaline
: a fabric with a crosswise rib made from textile fibers (such as rayon, nylon, cotton, or wool) often in combination
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“Bengaline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bengaline. Accessed 13 Jun. 2021.
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The first known use of bengaline was in 1839
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