corduroy
1 synonym for corduroy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A heavy, ribbed cotton fabric with fine raised, parallel lines running down it.
How to use corduroy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
corduroy trousers
corduroy jacket
wide-wale corduroy
Etymology
Origin is disputed. It probably comes from "cord" plus "duroy," a coarse English fabric from the 1600s — not, as often claimed, from French for "cloth of the king," a phrase that doesn't actually exist in French.
Full origin of corduroy →Frequently asked questions
What does “corduroy” mean?
The word “corduroy” means a heavy, ribbed cotton fabric with fine raised, parallel lines running down it. In plain terms, a thick fabric with raised ribbed lines, or the similar ribbed pattern left in groomed snow.
How do you pronounce “corduroy”?
“Corduroy” is pronounced KAW-duh-roy (/ˈkɔɹdəɹɔɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “corduroy” in a sentence?
Here is “corduroy” used in a sentence: “He wore a pair of brown corduroy trousers to the interview.”
What part of speech is “corduroy”?
Depending on how it is used, “corduroy” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “corduroy” come from?
The word “corduroy” dates back to around 1600 and comes from French. Origin is disputed. It probably comes from "cord" plus "duroy," a coarse English fabric from the 1600s — not, as often claimed, from French for "cloth of the king," a phrase that doesn't actually exist in French.
How many meanings does “corduroy” have?
“Corduroy” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a heavy, ribbed cotton fabric with fine raised, parallel lines running down it.
