Definition of madras
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: a large silk or cotton kerchief usually of bright colors that is often worn as a turban
2a
: a fine plain-woven shirting and dress fabric usually of cotton with varied designs (such as plaid) in bright colors or in white
b
: a light open usually cotton fabric with a heavy design used for curtains
Madras
geographical nameDefinition of Madras (Entry 2 of 2)
1
— see tamil nadu
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The first known use of madras was circa 1830
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