flannel
Translation
flannel, flannel shirt
Examples
He wore a warm flannel shirt.
He wore a warm flannel shirt.
The baby's blanket is made of soft flannel.
The baby's blanket is made of soft flannel.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) a type of soft woven fabric The pyjamas are made of flannel.
((countable noun)) a shirt made of flannel He packed two flannels for the trip.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wool, cotton, fleece
Etymology
From Welsh 'gwlanen', meaning 'woollen article'.
Memory Tips
The soft sound of 'flannel' matches the soft feel of the fabric. Picture a warm flannel shirt for a cool autumn evening.