taffety

/ˈtæfɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of silk fabric, often used in children’s clothing, especially for dresses and petticoats

“The 18th-century doll wore a dress made of delicate taffety.”

2. noun

a type of soft, fluffy cotton fabric, often used for children’s clothing

“The baby’s onesie was made of soft, lightweight taffety.”

3. noun

a type of lightweight, crinkled fabric used for decorations

“The party decorations included garlands made of taffety in pastel colors.”

Synonyms

  • cotton
  • silk
  • voile

Antonyms

  • heavy
  • thick