Phrases starting with the letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Previous word: Moirai
Next word: Moise
Definition of: moire
(mwä·rā′) adjective
Having a wavelike or watered appearance, as certain fabrics.
—noun
1. A corded silk or rayon fabric, having a wavy or watered pattern produced by passing the fabric between engraved cylinders which press the design into the material: also moire (mwär).
2. The finish or effect of this process on certain fabrics. [<F <moirer water silk <moire watered silk <MOHAIR]
Comment about this word, ask questions, or add new information about this topic: