# percale

> English word · Noun · IPA /pəˈkeɪl/

## Definitions
1. A fine, closely woven fabric, made from cotton, polyester or a mix of these, and used for sheets and clothing.

## Etymology
From French percale, of uncertain origin; probably compare percaulah.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/percale