moire

noun — 2 senses

moire

noun

UK /mwɑː/

Etymology Borrowed from French moire, itself from English mohair.

1

Originally, a fine textile fabric made of the hair of an Asiatic goat.

2

Any textile fabric to which a watered appearance is given.

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