grogram: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very Low / ArchaicArchaic, Historical, Literary
Quick answer
What does “grogram” mean?
A coarse fabric woven from silk, mohair, and wool, often stiffened with gum.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A coarse fabric woven from silk, mohair, and wool, often stiffened with gum.
The term primarily denotes the historical fabric but can be used, especially adjectivally ('grogram-covered'), to evoke an archaic or rustic material quality. By extension, due to its coarse nature, it can imply something rough or unrefined.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant modern difference; the term is equally obsolete in both varieties.
Connotations
Connotes 17th-19th century history, austerity, or rustic simplicity.
Frequency
Extremely rare in both. Any usage is likely in historical novels or academic texts.
Grammar
How to Use “grogram” in a Sentence
[Noun] made of grograma [garment] of grogram[Adjective] grogramVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “grogram” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The merchant wore a grogram waistcoat, faded with age.
American English
- They found an old grogram coat in the colonial-era trunk.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Virtually never used.
Academic
Used only in historical studies of textiles or costume.
Everyday
Never used.
Technical
Used in very narrow textile history contexts.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “grogram”
- Misspelling as 'grogran' or 'grogramm'.
- Confusing it with 'grosgrain' (a ribbed silk fabric).
- Using it as a contemporary term.
- Using it as a verb (it is solely a noun).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, grogram is an archaic fabric and is not produced for modern clothing.
Grogram is a coarse mix of silk, mohair and wool, stiffened with gum. Grosgrain is a fine, ribbed silk or rayon fabric used for ribbons and trim.
Yes, though rare. It can be used attributively (e.g., 'a grogram coat') to describe something made of that fabric.
Generally, they wouldn't. It's useful only for reading very specific historical literature or texts on costume history.
A coarse fabric woven from silk, mohair, and wool, often stiffened with gum.
Grogram is usually archaic, historical, literary in register.
Grogram: in British English it is pronounced /ˈɡrɒɡrəm/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈɡrɑːɡrəm/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “None in common use. Historically, 'in grogram' might describe someone's attire.”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a GROss (coarse) proGRAM - a coarse fabric program (weave).
Conceptual Metaphor
COARSENESS IS RUGGEDNESS / AUSTERITY.
Practice
Quiz
What is 'grogram' primarily?