poplin

noun

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

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From poplin-shirt-and-flirty-skirt pairings to poolside separates, this is how to style Birkenstocks in 2026. — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026 Additions like a poplin button-down shirt and slip-on loafer mules take those pieces in a far more polished direction. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 10 Aug. 2026 Apart from a light blue shoulder-pad poplin shirt, the collection is entirely black, white, and gray, emphasizing the ability for shoppers to mix and match the pieces in their wardrobes. — ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026 Handler’s Wimbledon outfit came together with a cropped blouse, poplin pants, a crossbody bag, and low-profile sneakers for a casual-yet-polished vibe. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 30 July 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

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

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