alnage
|al-nage|
C2
/ˈæl.nɪdʒ/
official cloth measurement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alnage' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'aunage', where 'auner' meant 'to measure'.
Historical Evolution
'aunage' transformed into the Middle English word 'alnage', and eventually became the modern English word 'alnage'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to measure cloth', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'official measurement of cloth'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the official measurement of cloth to ensure it meets specified standards.
The alnage of the fabric was conducted to ensure quality.
Synonyms
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