Associations to the word «Chenille»

Wiktionary

CHENILLE, noun. An extremely soft and bunchy fabric often used to make sweaters
CHENILLE PLANT, noun. Acalypha hispida, a shrub with colourful furry flowers

Dictionary definition

CHENILLE, noun. A soft tufted cord used in embroidery.
CHENILLE, noun. A heavy fabric woven with chenille cord; used in rugs and bedspreads.

Wise words

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