hessian en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈhɛsiən/ (Received-Pronunciation)
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- /ˈhɛʃən/ (General-American)
Etymology
See Hessian. Attributed to the historic use of the fabric as part of the uniform of soldiers from the former Landgraviate of Hesse and its successors, who were called Hessians.
Meanings
- (UK, countable, uncountable) A strong, coarse fabric made from hemp or jute, often used for making sacks.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| hessians | Number=Plur | lexicographic |