Definition

A soft fabric made from cotton that has a fuzzy surface, often used for clothing and bedding.

Example

She bought a warm flannelette shirt for the winter.

Conversation

I just bought a new shirt made of flannelette and it's so soft.

Oh nice! I've heard that flannelette is really comfortable to wear.

Yeah, it's perfect for chilly days.

Definitely! I should get something made of flannelette too.

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Root Explanation

Flannelette is derived from 'flannel' (from Welsh 'gwlanen', meaning woolen cloth) and the diminutive suffix '-ette' (meaning small or little). The word 'flannelette' refers to a small or lightweight version of flannel fabric, typically softer and used for clothing or bedding.

Memory Tip

Think of 'flannel' as a soft woolen fabric, and the '-ette' means it's a smaller or lighter version. This helps you remember that flannelette is a soft, lightweight fabric.

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