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Gabardine vs. Gaberdine
Gabardine
Examples:
She wore a sleek gabardine trench on her walk.His jacket was crafted from fine wool gabardine.Gabardine is perfect for a durable winter coat.
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Gaberdine
/ˈɡæbədiːn/Examples:
He donned a weathered gaberdine for the rainy walk.Her vintage gaberdine coat looked timeless in contrast.The gaberdine fabric felt durable against the rough terrain.
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This word has no antonymsWays to tell them apart:
- Gabardine and gaberdine are often used interchangeably, but historically they have different meanings.
- Gabardine typically refers to a tightly woven fabric that is durable and often used in making suits and coats.
- Gaberdine is an older term which used to refer to a long, loose cloak or garment worn in medieval times.
- To remember: gabardine with an a is associated with a fabric used for clothing.
- Gaberdine with an e was more about ensemble, a whole cloak or outfit in older English times.
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