Definition
A soft, woven fabric typically made from cotton or wool, characterized by a napped surface that creates a brushed, fuzzy texture. Flannel is warm and breathable, commonly used for shirts, blankets, and casual wear.
Example Usage
He wore a red and black flannel shirt to the camping trip.
Origin
From Welsh 'gwlanen,' meaning woolen article, adapted into English in the 17th century.
Fun Fact
Flannel became synonymous with grunge culture in the 1990s, though it has been a staple of workwear and casual clothing for centuries and has experienced multiple fashion revivals.
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