variants
or velours
plural velours
və-?lu̇rz 
often attributive
1
: any of various fabrics with a pile or napped surface resembling velvet used in heavy weights for upholstery and curtains and in lighter weights for clothing
also
: the article of clothing itself
2
: a fur felt (as of rabbit or nutria) finished with a long velvety nap and used especially for hats
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And his tight end Travis Kelce similarly spread some good cheer, gifting custom Daniel Patrick velour jumpsuits to the boys.
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2024
The pregnant star, 32, also hinted that velour tracksuits sporting the Italian flag would be a hit.
—Clare Fisher, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
Her public identity was forged in the era of velour sweats and garish trucker hats.
—Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
The interior features grey leather, walnut veneer trim, and velour floor mats, along with some other plush add-ons, like a sliding roof and TV tuner.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Nov. 2024
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Dec. 2024
The pregnant star, 32, also hinted that velour tracksuits sporting the Italian flag would be a hit.
—Clare Fisher, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
Her public identity was forged in the era of velour sweats and garish trucker hats.
—Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
The interior features grey leather, walnut veneer trim, and velour floor mats, along with some other plush add-ons, like a sliding roof and TV tuner.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 25 Nov. 2024
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“Velour.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/velour. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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velour
noun
ve·lour
və-?lu̇(ə)r
: a fabric resembling velvet
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