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Definition of challis : A soft and delicate woolen, or woolen and silk, fabric, for ladies' dresses.

Synonyms:

denim, serge, silk, Acrilan, fleece, chintz, sateen, chenille, crinoline, cheesecloth, damask, Celanese, herringbone, lame, batik, net, worsted, percale, baize, rayon, tricot, grenadine, cambric, tweed, seersucker, horsehair, burlap, gabardine, suede, felt, Orlon, bunting, broadcloth, Dacron, crepe, gossamer, sacking sailcloth, plaid, Jersey, muslin, tulle, longcloth, sharkskin, foulard, nylon, astrakhan, corduroy, cotton, flannel, velvet, fabric, tarpaulin, madras, satin, wool, linen, oilcloth, moleskin, duffel, canvas, paisley, taffeta, alpaca, chiffon, calico, quilting, gingham, twill, matting, velour, mohair, brocade, cashmere

Usage examples:

• Ivy was standing at the door with her seven- year- old brother awaiting their coming, and taking note of Alene's dress of white challis o'erstrewn with pink rosebuds which, as they came nearer, disclosed a yoke embroidered in the same design, while a wreath of roses adorned her hat. - "Peggy-Alone", Mary Agnes Byrne.
• She doesn't need the little that Challis left her. - "The Hollow of Her Hand", George Barr McCutcheon.
• My brother Challis always considered me one. - "The Hollow of Her Hand", George Barr McCutcheon.