Bedford cord

A heavy fabric with a lengthwise ribbed weave that resembles corduroy.

[After BedfordEngland.]

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Bedford cord

(Textiles) a heavy corded cloth, similar to corduroy

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Bedford cord - a heavy corded fabric similar to corduroy; used for clothing

corduroy, cord - a cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton

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