swansdown

swansdown
/swonz"down'/, n.
1. the down or under plumage of a swan, used for trimming, powder puffs, etc.
2. a fine, soft, thick woolen cloth.
3. a sturdy cotton flannel with a thickly napped face.
[1600-10; SWAN1 + 'S1 + DOWN2]

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