moleskinnoun [ U ]
uk/ˈməʊl.skɪn/us/ˈmoʊl.skɪn/a type of strong cotton cloth with a surface that feels like very short hairs:
moleskin trousers
US a soft thick material that you stick on your foot to prevent blisters (= sore raised areas where the skin has been rubbed):
Don't forget to pack bandages, painkillers, and moleskin.
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Textiles made from natural fibres
- burlap
- calico
- camel
- canvas
- cashmere
- fishnet
- flannelette
- flax
- fustian
- georgette
- lambswool
- muslin
- netting
- oilskin
- pinstripe
- plaid
- sealskin
- twill
- velvet
- worsted
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