swansdown noun & adjective.
['swɒnzdaʊn] Also
swan's-down.
E17.[from SWAN noun + -'S1 + DOWN noun2.]A. noun.
1. The fine down of a swan, used for trimmings, powder-puffs, etc.
E17.2. a. A soft thick compact fabric of wool with a little silk or cotton.
E19.b. A strong cotton fabric with a soft nap on one side; =
cotton flannel s.v.
COTTON noun1.
E19.b. attrib. or as
adjective. Made of swansdown.
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