denim Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun (usually plural) close-fitting trousers of heavy denim for manual work or casual wear
    blue jean; jean.
  2. noun a coarse durable twill-weave cotton fabric
    jean; dungaree.

WordNet


Den"im noun
Etymology
Of uncertain origin.
Definitions
  1. A coarse cotton drilling used for overalls, etc.

Webster 1913