jacquard

noun

jac·​quard ˈja-ˌkärd How to pronounce jacquard (audio)
often capitalized, often attributive
1
: a fabric of intricate variegated weave or pattern
2
a
: the control mechanism of a Jacquard loom

Examples of jacquard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The six-piece set comes with one hand towel and one bath towel that are designed in a jacquard pattern and the others are a complementary solid hue. Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 10 Aug. 2024 These were enriched with a mix of prints, jacquard designs and details nodding to Lamborghini, ranging from its logo in bright, contrasting colors to the hexagon pattern that is one of the stylistic elements that have characterized the cars since the company’s foundation in 1963. Sandra Salibian, WWD, 2 Aug. 2024 The high-performing jacquard machines takes thousands of yarns and weaves them into garments in minutes, allowing for almost zero-waste, on-demand manufacturing. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 July 2024 The nylon-spandex fabrication is cool and comfortable enough for all-day wear, and the jacquard fabric is pretty enough to show off. Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 30 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for jacquard 

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Word History

Etymology

Joseph Jacquard

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Time Traveler
The first known use of jacquard was in 1890

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Cite this Entry

“Jacquard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jacquard. Accessed 22 Aug. 2024.

Biographical Definition

Jacquard

biographical name

Jac·​quard zha-ˈkär How to pronounce Jacquard (audio)
ˈja-ˌkärd
Joseph-Marie 1752–1834 French inventor
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