velour

noun

ve·​lour və-ˈlu̇r 

variants or velours

plural velours və-ˈlu̇rz 

often attributive

1

: any of various fabrics with a pile or napped surface resembling velvet used in heavy weights for upholstery and curtains and in lighter weights for clothing

also : the article of clothing itself

2

: a fur felt (as of rabbit or nutria) finished with a long velvety nap and used especially for hats

Examples of velour in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Most fans built their look around a bold statement piece—like a designer bag, moto boots, or velour tracksuit—paired with team gear like a hat, jacket, or T-shirt. —Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 2 July 2025

Additional features with the DT 990 PRO X include soft velour ear cushions and an ergonomically padded headband to alleviate pressure on top of the listener’s head. —Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025

It’s made from 100% cotton that feels like ultra-plush velour to offer the coziest post-swim experience possible. —Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2025

In a billowing silk shirt and wide black velour trousers, Pitt's look stood in contrast to his friend, Cooper, who looked classic in cotton pants and a navy tee. —Grace Jordan-Weinstein, People.com, 17 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French velours "velvet, velour," going back to Middle French velours, velour, altered (after loss of final consonants and reintroduction of r) from Old French velous, probably (through a northern dialectal outcome) going back to a nominal derivative of Latin villōsus "shaggy, hairy," from villus "shaggy hair, cloth nap" + -ōsus -ose entry 1 — more at velvet entry 1

First Known Use

1794, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for velour

• amour
• auteur
• grandeur
• hauteur
• verdure
• voyeur
• doer
• poor
• poore
• raconteur

Kids Definition

velour

noun

ve·​lour və-ˈlu̇(ə)r 

: a fabric resembling velvet