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.

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

Example Sentences

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

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

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

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

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

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