denims
|de-nims|
B1
/ˈdɛnɪmz/
(denim)
strong cotton fabric
Etymology
Etymology Information
'denim' originates from French, specifically the phrase 'serge de Nîmes,' where 'serge' meant 'a type of fabric' and 'de Nîmes' referred to the city of Nîmes.
Historical Evolution
'serge de Nîmes' transformed into the English word 'denim' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific type of fabric from Nîmes, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a strong cotton fabric used for jeans.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of strong cotton fabric, typically blue, used for jeans and other clothing.
She wore a pair of denims to the party.
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Last updated: 2025/02/26 23:21