organdy

noun or·gan·dy \ˈȯr-gən-dē\

plural or·gan·dies

Definition of ORGANDY

: a very fine transparent muslin with a stiff finish

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or·gan·dy also or·gan·die \ˈȯr-gən-dē\

French organdi

First Known Use: 1835

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