ker·sey (kûr z )n. pl. ker·seys 1. A twilled woolen fabric, sometimes with a cotton warp, used for coats. 2. A garment made of this fabric. Often used in the plural. 3. A woolen, often ribbed fabric formerly used for hose and trousers. [Middle English kersei, after Kersey, a village of southeast England.] |
kersey [ˈkɜːzɪ]
n
1. (Clothing, Personal Arts & Crafts / Textiles) a smooth woollen cloth used for overcoats, etc.
2. (Clothing, Personal Arts & Crafts / Textiles) a twilled woollen cloth with a cotton warp
[probably from Kersey, village in Suffolk]
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