footcloth

noun

foot·​cloth ˈfu̇t-ˌklȯth How to pronounce footcloth (audio)
1
archaic : an ornamental cloth draped over the back of a horse to reach the ground on each side
2
archaic : carpet

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of footcloth was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Footcloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/footcloth. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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