jacquard

noun

jac·​quard ˈja-ˌkärd How to pronounce jacquard (audio)
often capitalized, often attributive
1
: a fabric of intricate variegated weave or pattern
2
a
: the control mechanism of a Jacquard loom

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On the red carpet, Scherzinger first wore a strapless Dolce & Gabbana jacquard gown with a flared mermaid skirt. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024 The menswear offering includes a hybrid windbreaker sweater that is lightweight, water-repellent and windproof, 100 percent merino and cashmere sweaters and a knitted polo in a relaxed fit in either solids or a tartan check jacquard. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 25 Oct. 2024 Despite its name, the collection presented an optimistic vision, featuring abstract designs of tulle and floral jacquard that gracefully floated down the runway. Stixx Mathews, Essence, 30 Sep. 2024 Choose from one to three pairs of socks, and five color combinations like stone cloud, snow white, and brown jacquard. Gabriella Maestri, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for jacquard 

Word History

Etymology

Joseph Jacquard

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Time Traveler
The first known use of jacquard was in 1890

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“Jacquard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jacquard. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Biographical Definition

Jacquard

biographical name

Jac·​quard zha-ˈkär How to pronounce Jacquard (audio)
ˈja-ˌkärd
Joseph-Marie 1752–1834 French inventor
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