camlet

noun cam·let \ˈkam-lət\

Definition of CAMLET

a : a medieval Asian fabric of camel hair or angora wool

b : a European fabric of silk and wool

c : a fine lustrous woolen

: a garment made of camlet

Middle English cameloit, from Middle French camelot, from Arabic khamlat woolen plush

First Known Use: 15th century

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