noun
- a fine woolen cloth with a twill weave, used especially for making coats and trousers
Usage: archaic; historical
Examples
- The gentleman’s coat was made of fine kerseymere.
- Kerseymere was a popular fabric choice for formal wear in the 18th century.
- The tailor recommended kerseymere for its durability and elegant appearance.
- Historical documents mention kerseymere as an expensive imported textile.
- The museum displayed a kerseymere waistcoat from the colonial period.