Dictionary Definitions, Synomyns, Antonyms, and related words for Chenille
Definitions for: Chenille
[n] a heavy fabric woven with chenille cord; used in rugs and bedspreads
[n] a soft tufted cord used in embroidery
Webster (1913) Definition: Che*nille" (sh[-e]*n[=e]l"), n. [F., prop., a
caterpillar.]
Tufted cord, of silk or worsted, for the trimming of ladies'
dresses, for embroidery and fringes, and for the weft of
Chenille rugs.