oilcloth

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noun
Definitions
  • A fabric or cloth treated on one side with a waterproof covering, especially one made from linseed oil etc.; used for flooring, tablecloths, kitchen shelves and sometimes furniture covering.

Etymology

Affix from English oil + English cloth.

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English

cloth

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