madras
noun
mə-ˈdras ,
-ˈdräs \
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 name
-ˈdräs \
Definition of Madras (Entry 2 of 2)
1 — see tamil nadu
2
or now officially
Chennai
\ˈche-ˌnī
\
city and port on the Bay of Bengal in southern India population 4,646,732
Keep scrolling for more
Other words from madras
Geographical name
-ˈdrä-
\
noun
Keep scrolling for more
Keep scrolling for more
Comments on madras
What made you want to look up madras? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Test Your Vocabulary
Name that Food Quiz
-
- Name these cookies!
Test your knowledge - and maybe learn something along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZ
Test Your Knowledge - and learn some interesting things along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZ
Share madras
Resources for madras