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brocatel
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brocatel, n. [F. brocatelle, fr. It. brocatello: cf. Sp. brocatel. See Brocade.].
- A kind of coarse brocade, or figured fabric, used chiefly for tapestry, linings for carriages, etc. [1913 Webster]
- A marble, clouded and veined with white, gray, yellow, and red, in which the yellow usually prevails. It is also called Siena marble, from its locality. [1913 Webster]
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