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coutil

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cou·​til | \ küˈtē(ə)l, -til \
plural -s

Definition of coutil

: a firm durable cotton or cotton and rayon fabric that is usually woven in herringbone twill and is used especially for foundation garments and suitings

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History and Etymology for coutil

French, from Old French, smooth tightly woven cloth used for covering mattresses, from coute quilt, mattress

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“Coutil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coutil. Accessed 26 Feb. 2021.

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