kersey

noun

ker·​sey ˈkər-zē 

plural kerseys

1

a

: a coarse ribbed woolen cloth for hose and work clothes

b

: a heavy wool or wool and cotton fabric used especially for uniforms and coats

2

: a garment of kersey

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Kersey, England

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a