poplin/ˈpɔplɪn; `pɑplɪn/ n[U]1 type of shiny (usu) cotton cloth used esp for making skirts 府绸.2 (formerly) type of cloth with a ribbed surface, made from silk and wool （旧时）毛葛（丝与羊毛合织的一种起棱的布料）.
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