yard of satin
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Meaning · English
A glass of gin.
Register: archaic, slang
Examples
'Go on,' Bertie encouraged, holding the box closer. 'It'll make you feel spiffing. It's better than a yard of satin.' Her expression reflected intimate familiarity with a glass of gin.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “yard of satin” mean?
A glass of gin.
Is “yard of satin” formal or informal?
yard of satin is generally archaic, slang.