corduroy
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈkɔːrdəˌrɔɪ/
KK: /ˈkɔrdəˌrɔɪ/
noun
Definition
A strong fabric with raised lines, often used for making clothing like pants and jackets.
Example
He wore a warm corduroy jacket on the chilly day.
Conversation
I just bought a new pair of corduroy pants.
Nice! I love how warm they feel in winter.
Yeah, and they look great with a casual shirt.
Absolutely! You should wear them out this weekend.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
wale
fabric
twill
Antonyms
smooth
sheen
lightweight
verb
Definition
To create a road by laying logs across it in a crosswise manner.
Example
They decided to corduroy the path through the swamp to make it easier to walk on.
Tense Forms
Past: corduroyed
Past Participle: corduroyed
Conversation
Did you know some roads are corduroy paths made from logs?
Really? I didn't know that, it sounds interesting!
Yeah, they were used a long time ago to help with muddy areas.
Root Explanation
Corduroy originates from the French phrase 'corde du roi', meaning 'the king's cord'. The term refers to a type of fabric that was originally made for the nobility, characterized by its distinctive ribbed texture.
Memory Tip
Think of 'the king's cord' in French, which helps you remember that corduroy is a fabric once associated with nobility.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.