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percaline

noun per·ca·line \ˌpər-kə-ˈlēn\

Definition of PERCALINE

:  a lightweight cotton fabric; especially :  a glossy fabric used for bookbindings
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Origin of PERCALINE

French, from percale
First Known Use: circa 1858

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