denim
/ˈdɛnɪm/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: denims
Meaning · English
A textile often made of cotton with a distinct diagonal pattern.
Noun
Examples
The Mexican people want a cheaper grade of drillings, sheetings, denims, and other fabrics than are called for in our domestic markets, and purchase them in England because they can not be bought in the United States.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “denim” mean?
A textile often made of cotton with a distinct diagonal pattern.
Is “denim” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.