What is the meaning of the word "nankeen"?
Definitions:
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A durable fabric formerly loomed by hand in China from natural cotton having a yellowish color.
NOUN
- The nankeen fabric, characterized by its warm golden-yellow hue, was particularly popular in the 18th century.
- The nankeen fabric, characterized by its warm golden-yellow hue, was particularly popular in the 18th century.