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jas·​pé | \ (ˈ)zha¦spā, (ˈ)ja- \

Definition of jaspé

: resembling jasper in blending of colors : clouded in streaks of contrasting colors specifically : variegated in weaving by the use of warp yarns of differing shades together with single-color filling yarns

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History and Etymology for jaspé

French, from past participle of jasper to mottle, from jaspe jasper

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“Jaspé.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jasp%C3%A9. Accessed 3 Jul. 2022.

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