bouclé

bouclé or bou·cle [boo-kley] ExamplesWord Origin noun

1. yarn with loops producing a rough, nubby appearance on woven or knitted fabrics.
2. a fabric made of this yarn.

Origin of bouclé 1890–95; French: literally, curled; see buckle Examples from the Web for boucle Historical Examples of boucle

In the center is a metal knob, usually of brilliant brass, and the name “buckler” comes from this strong “boss” (boucle).

Life on a Mediaeval Barony

William Stearns Davis

British Dictionary definitions for boucle bouclé noun

1. a curled or looped yarn or fabric giving a thick knobbly effect

adjective

2. of or designating such a yarn or fabrica bouclé wool coat

Word Origin for bouclé C19: from French bouclé curly, from boucle a curl, buckle