noun
kersey
KUR-zee
noun
1
A coarse, ribbed woollen cloth traditionally used for heavy outer clothing such as coats and uniforms.
"The soldiers' greatcoats were cut from thick grey kersey."
"She found a bolt of old kersey at the market, perfect for a winter cloak."
How to Use Kersey
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA heavy, coarse wool fabric, historically popular for hard-wearing coats and military wear.
Common pairings
kersey cloth
a kersey coat
woven kersey
Word Forms
kerseys plural, Kerseys plural
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Etymology
Named after Kersey, a village in Suffolk, England, where this style of woollen cloth was originally woven.