Can·ton crepe (k n t n )n. A soft, silk or rayon fabric with a finely crinkled texture, similar to but heavier than crêpe de Chine. [After Canton (Guangzhou), China.] |
Canton crepe [ˈkæntɒn -tən]
n
(Clothing, Personal Arts & Crafts / Textiles) a fine crinkled silk or rayon crepe fabric, slightly heavier than crepe de Chine
[named after Canton, China, where it was originally made]
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