poplin

noun

pop·​lin ˈpä-plən How to pronounce poplin (audio)
: a strong fabric in plain weave with crosswise ribs

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The undeniably elegant poplin swing top brings an elevated, luxurious feel to any warm-weather ensemble, whether styled with denim, flowy linen pants, or a classic tennis skirt. Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026 Crisp poplin fabric is a summer dream, too — adding some structure and giving a put-together look. Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026 The painters paneling on the knees make these look much more elevated and rich-looking than your typical pair of cotton poplin pants. Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026 Enter Banana Republic’s spring 2026 collection, where refined tailoring, easy poplin, and lightweight layers come together for effortless, everyday dressing. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for poplin

Word History

Etymology

French papeline

First Known Use

1710, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of poplin was in 1710

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“Poplin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/poplin. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

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poplin

noun
pop·​lin ˈpäp-lən How to pronounce poplin (audio)
: a strong ribbed fabric in plain weave

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