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sanglier

[ sang-lee-er ]

noun

  1. a closely woven fabric made of mohair or worsted, constructed in plain weave, and finished to simulate the coat of a boar.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of sanglier1

1350–1400; < Middle French Late Latin singulāris ( porcus ) solitary (pig or boar); replacing Middle English singlere < Old French sengler < Latin, as above
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Example Sentences

"I will help thee, good fellow," said he to Rouge Sanglier, as he looked hopelessly upon the scroll.

Captain Sanglier here and Arrowhead, this brave Tuscarora, have both informed me that this unfortunate boy is the traitor.

"Captain Sanglier is a brave soldier, and will not gainsay the conduct of an honest sailor," put in Jasper.

"Ma foi, c'est un peu fort, ceci," growled Sanglier between his teeth.

Jasper Western spoke French fluently, and the words and manner of Sanglier struck him.

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