First Known Use: 1869
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faille
noun \ˈfī(-ə)l\
Definition of FAILLE
: a somewhat shiny closely woven silk, rayon, or cotton fabric characterized by slight ribs in the weft
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Origin of FAILLE
French, from Old French
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