‖ ˈcapoc
‘A fine short-stapled cotton wool, used in India for stuffing cushions and lining palanquins, etc.’ (Simmonds 1858). See kapok.
| 1750 Beawes Lex Mercat. (1752) 817 Capoc (a sort of very fine Cotton). |
‖ ˈcapoc
‘A fine short-stapled cotton wool, used in India for stuffing cushions and lining palanquins, etc.’ (Simmonds 1858). See kapok.
| 1750 Beawes Lex Mercat. (1752) 817 Capoc (a sort of very fine Cotton). |
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