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Meaning of TWEED

Pronunciation:  tweed

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. [n]  (usually in the plural) trousers
  2. [n]  thick woolen fabric used for clothing; originated in Scotland
 
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 Synonyms: flannel, gabardine, white
 
 See Also: cloth, fabric, Harris Tweed, material, pants, textile, trousers, wool, woolen, woollen

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Tweed\, n. [Probably a corruption of twills. See
{Twill}.]
A soft and flexible fabric for men's wear, made wholly of
wool except in some inferior kinds, the wool being dyed,
usually in two colors, before weaving.
 
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