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   Flannel (flănˈnĕl), n. [F. flanelle, cf. OF. flaine a pillowcase, a mattress (?); fr. W. gwlanen flannel, fr. gwlan wool; prob. akin to E. wool.  Cf. Wool.]
   1. A soft, nappy, woolen cloth, of loose texture.  Shak.
   
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   2. a cotton fabric with a thick nap on one side, resembling flannel1; it is used, e. g. for underwear or sheets; also called flanellette.
   
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   3. pl. garments made of flannel, especially underwear.
   
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   4. a washcloth. [Brit.]
   
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   5. humbug; nonsensical or evasive talk. [Brit. informal]
   
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   6. insincere flattery or praise. [Brit. informal]
   
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   Adam's flannel. (Bot.) See under Adam. -- Canton flannel, Cotton flannel. See Cotton flannel, under Cotton.
   
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