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swans-down
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swans-down, n.
- The down, or fine, soft feathers, of the swan, used on various articles of dress. [1913 Webster]
- A fine, soft, thick cloth of wool mixed with silk or cotton; a sort of twilled fustian, like moleskin. [1913 Webster]
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