seersucker

noun

seer·​suck·​er ˈsir-ˌsə-kər How to pronounce seersucker (audio)
: a light fabric of linen, cotton, or rayon usually striped and slightly puckered

Examples of seersucker in a Sentence

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The Resort look, inspired by red clay courts, includes a linen-cotton jersey polo shirt with nylon inserts and turquoise seersucker shorts. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 16 June 2025 The matching sets include the brand’s cheery signature print and a classic lavender seersucker. Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025 The high-waisted bottoms are adorned with matching buttons that stand out against the chic seersucker fabric, for that vintage vibe. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 19 June 2019 For those seeking a suit that’s a bit more polished than linen or seersucker, tropical wool offers the perfect middle ground. Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for seersucker

Word History

Etymology

Hindi śīr-śakkar, sīr-sakkar & Urdu shīrshakar, literally, milk and sugar, from Persian shīr-o-shakar

First Known Use

1722, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of seersucker was in 1722

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“Seersucker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seersucker. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.

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seersucker

noun
seer·​suck·​er ˈsi(ə)r-ˌsək-ər How to pronounce seersucker (audio)
: a light fabric usually striped and having parallel wrinkles
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