velveteen

[ vel-vi-teen ]

noun

1. a cotton pile fabric with short pile.
2. velveteens, trousers of this fabric.

adjective

1. made of velveteen:

   a velveteen jumper.

velveteen

/ ˌvɛlvɪˈtiːn /

noun

1. 1. a cotton fabric resembling velvet with a short thick pile, used for clothing, etc
   2. ( as modifier )

      velveteen trousers

2. plural trousers made of velveteen

Derived Forms

• ˌvelvetˈeened, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of velveteen¹

1770–80; velvet + -een, variant of -ine ¹

Example Sentences

But we're walking around here in sequins and velveteens for the lady's point.

From Salon

The reliefs, which often included cavities, lined with dark velveteen, attracted fascination and speculation.

From New York Times

At the National Museum of African American History and Culture, one of Mrs. Beane’s hats is green velveteen.

From Washington Post

Every corner of Koko contains an unexpected surprise or delightful detail - from the playful cigarette motif of the jazz club carpet to the velveteen train carriages where members can listen to vinyl.

From BBC

Possessor of a velveteen baritone, perfect pitch and brilliant piano skills, Cole is known for his recordings of songs including “Unforgettable,” “Mona Lisa” and “Rambling Rose.”

From Los Angeles Times