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Meaning of denim

denim: I think it is not yet a word incorporated into the DLE, but it is widely used for a type of cotton fabric similar to a canvas, usually indigo color, originally produced in the French city of Nimmes. The name is taken precisely from that city : "de Nim[month]". See bluyín, jean.; Type of durable fabric invented in Nimes in the South of France. Fabric used to make sturdy work clothes, similar to denim.; 1- Denim is the name of a sturdy fabric that is made of cotton and that is used to make jeans and other clothing such as shorts, blouses, and even, men's shirts. 2- Name of a very popular jeans brand until a few years ago.; DENIM workwear fabric, denim, cowboy fabric or denim 2. Denim jeans