bengaline
noun
ben·ga·line
ˈbeŋ-gə-ˌlēn 
: 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 10 Nov. 2025.
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