cothamore: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Obsolete/HistoricArchaic/Historical
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What does “cothamore” mean?
A type of rough, thick woollen cloth, historically used in Ireland.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A type of rough, thick woollen cloth, historically used in Ireland.
A cloak or mantle made from this fabric, typically worn in 17th-18th century Ireland; also refers to an obsolete textile product.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant modern difference. The term is equally archaic in both dialects. Historical usage likely originated in UK (Irish) contexts.
Connotations
Historical, rural, Irish.
Frequency
Extremely rare; found only in historical or textile-specialist literature.
Grammar
How to Use “cothamore” in a Sentence
[be made of] cothamore[woven from] cothamore[wear] a cothamore [cloak]Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “cothamore” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The cothamore material was surprisingly warm.
American English
- He wore a cothamore mantle against the chill.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used.
Academic
Found in historical, textile, or Irish studies contexts.
Everyday
Not used.
Technical
An obsolete textile term.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “cothamore”
- Using it as a modern term.
- Assuming it is a common noun for any wool.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. It is an obsolete, specialist historical term.
Not under that name. The specific historical fabric is no longer produced commercially.
It shares a rough, woollen character but is a distinct, older Irish fabric.
In historical documents, academic papers on Irish material culture, or very specialised books on textile history.
A type of rough, thick woollen cloth, historically used in Ireland.
Cothamore is usually archaic/historical in register.
Cothamore: in British English it is pronounced /ˈkɒθəmɔː/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈkɑθəmɔr/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “[No common idioms]”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: COarse THick wool, MORE common in Ireland.
Conceptual Metaphor
[No common conceptual metaphor]
Practice
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