Silesia adjective & noun.
[sʌɪ'li:zjǝ, -ʒǝ] L17.[Latinized form of Schlesien, German name of the region (see SILESIAN).]1. (Designating) a fine twilled linen or cotton cloth for dress linings etc.
L17.2. (Designating) a variety of cabbage lettuce.
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