Etymology

percale

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Today it means: A fine, closely woven fabric, made from cotton, polyester or a mix of these, and used for sheets and clothing. Full definition →

French percale
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  1. French · derived frompercale
  2. English todaypercale

From French percale, of uncertain origin; probably compare percaulah.

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