Definition

A type of fabric that is used to make shirts, often lightweight and comfortable.

Example

The tailor chose a soft shirting material for the new dress shirt.

Conversation

I found this really nice fabric for my new shirt, it’s perfect for shirting.

Oh, that sounds great! What color is it?

It's a light blue, ideal for summer.

Nice choice! Light colors are always refreshing.

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Root Explanation

Shirting originates from the Old English word 'scyrte', meaning a short garment or shirt. The term evolved to refer specifically to fabric used for making shirts, hence 'shirting' refers to the material used for shirts.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for a short garment, 'scyrte', to remember that 'shirting' refers to the fabric used to make shirts.

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