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Definition of “grogram”

grogram (ˈɡrɒɡrəm Pronunciation for grogram

Definitions

noun

  1. a coarse fabric of silk, wool, or silk mixed with wool or mohair, often stiffened with gum, formerly used for clothing

Word Origin

C16: from French gros grain coarse grain; see grosgrain

Example Sentences Including 'grogram'

A'grograin' was a gown in grogram , a coarse cloth, part wool, part silk, often worn by merchants.
Adam Nicolson GOD'S SECRETARIES: The Making of the King James Bible

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