calamanco Meaning, Definition & Usage

Cal`a*man"co noun

Etymology

LL. calamancus, calamacus; cf. camelaucum; a head covering made of camel's hair, NGr. , and F. calmande a woolen stuff.

Definitions

1. A glossy woolen stuff, plain, striped, or checked. "a gay calamanco waistcoat." Tatler.