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A raised cord-like rib on the surface of cloth; a ribbed fabric, esp. corduroy; elliptical in plural corduroy breeches or trousers.
A plain-weave fabric (usually of wool, silk, or cotton) with a ribbed surface, used esp. for draperies and upholstery. Cf. repped, adj. 1, reps, n.…