denim
4 synonyms for denim, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A sturdy cotton fabric woven with a diagonal pattern, commonly used for jeans.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
dungaree
blue jean
How to use denim
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
denim jacket
pair of denim jeans
raw denim
Etymology
From the French phrase de Nîmes, "from Nîmes," the French town where the fabric was first made.
Full origin of denim →Frequently asked questions
What does “denim” mean?
The word “denim” means a sturdy cotton fabric woven with a diagonal pattern, commonly used for jeans. In plain terms, the tough, often blue, cotton fabric that jeans are made from.
How do you pronounce “denim”?
“Denim” is pronounced DEH-nihm (/ˈdɛnəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “denim” in a sentence?
Here is “denim” used in a sentence: “She wore a denim jacket over her t-shirt.”
What part of speech is “denim”?
“Denim” is a noun.
Where does the word “denim” come from?
The word “denim” comes from French. From the French phrase de Nîmes, "from Nîmes," the French town where the fabric was first made.
Is “denim” a common word?
“Denim” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
