Meaning of the word gabardine in English

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gabardine

US /ˈɡæb.ɚ.diːn/

UK /ˈɡæb.ə.diːn/

a durable twilled fabric, typically made of worsted or cotton, used for raincoats, suits, and other garments.

Example:

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The detective wore a classic trench coat made of gabardine.

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Her new suit was tailored from a fine wool gabardine.

Synonym:

twill serge denim corduroy tweed