challie

chal·lis

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Definition of challie word

noun challie a soft fabric of plain weave in wool, cotton, rayon, or other staple fiber, either in a solid color or, more often, a small print. 1

before 1840

One of the 33% newest English words

First recorded in 1840-50; perhaps after Challis, a surname

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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