moire (textile)

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Scope note
Fabric, originally of mohair, but now usually silk, with a wavy, watered appearance, which can be obtained either by the finishing technique of calendering, or by running the fabric between engraved copper rollers.
moire
Accepted term: 08-Dec-2025