alamode

a·la·mode

 (ä′lə-mōd′, ăl′ə-)

n.

A lustrous plain-weave silk fabric for head coverings and scarves.

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[From à la mode.]

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alamode

(ˈæləˌməʊd)

n

(Textiles) a soft light silk used for shawls and dresses, esp in the 19th century. See also surah

[C17: from à la mode]

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