BUCKRAM Meaning and
Definition
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Buckram is a noun that refers to a stiff fabric made from cotton or linen, often used to stiffen book covers or clothing. The word can also be used as an adjective to describe something as rigid or inflexible.
As a noun, buckram specifically denotes a textile made from tightly woven fibers, traditionally used for bookbinding or as a lining material. It is characterized by its stiffness and durability, which make it ideal for reinforcing the covers of hardback books, providing support and protection to the pages within. Buckram can also be employed in the production of caps, hats, or other headgear, as well as in the creation of costumes that require a pronounced structure.
In its adjectival form, buckram describes an object or material that is unyielding and firm. This usage is often extended to describing individuals or their attitudes as rigid, unchangeable, or uncompromising. For instance, one might say that a person has a “buckram will” to convey their strong-willed or stubborn nature. Similarly, a buckram personality would refer to someone who is strict, severe, or resistant to change.
Overall, whether used as a noun or an adjective, buckram commonly conveys the core idea of stiffness and rigidity, imparting strength and structure to objects or referring to unwavering characteristics in individuals.
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• Coarse linen cloth stiffened with glue.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of BUCKRAM
The word "buckram" has an interesting etymology. It originated from the Middle English term "bokeram", which was derived from the Old French word "boquerant" or "bougran". This Old French term came from the Late Latin word "buccra" or "buccerius", which referred to a fine cotton fabric used for bookbinding.
The Latin term "buccra" likely had its origins in the Arabic word "bukhara", which denoted fine cotton or linen cloth. This Arabic word had been borrowed into Eastern Mediterranean languages and eventually made its way into French and, subsequently, English.
Over time, the spelling of "buckram" was modified from "bokeram" to its current form. Today, "buckram" refers to a stiff fabric made from cotton or linen, commonly used for bookbinding and hat-making.
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Conjugate verb Buckram
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