corduroy
nounHow many syllables in corduroy?
There are 3 syllables in the word corduroy.How to pronounce corduroy:
Definition of corduroy:
- corduroy (noun):
- trousers of corduroy fabric
- a cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton.
Synonyms for corduroy:
bedford cord
cloth
cord
fabric
material
narrow wale
textile
wide wale
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