nain|sook

nain|sook
nain|sook «NAYN suk, NAN-», noun.
a soft, fine white cotton cloth. It has a shiny finish, is sometimes dyed, and is used for underwear, dresses, and shirts.
[< Hindustani nainsukh < nain eye + sukh pleasure]

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