chenille

noun

che·nille shə-ˈnēl

: a wool, cotton, silk, or rayon yarn with protruding pile

also : a pile-face fabric with a filling of this yarn

: an imitation of chenille yarn or fabric

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Shoppers say its velvety soft chenille threads look and feel high-end, serving as a great layering blanket or throw for a sofa or chair. —

Maggie Horton, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024 This blanket is made from super-soft chenille material and features an intricate handmade design. —

Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2024 Find it on Amazon Snuggle Up with This Cozy Chunky Knit Blanket The Hearth & Stone blanket is essential for snuggle season, with its soft chenille yarn and chunky knit adding texture and style to your place. —

Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2024 Its 100 percent chenille microfiber fabric is buttery soft and durable. —

Maggie Horton, People.com, 29 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for chenille