madras

BrE /ˈmædrəz/ AmE /ˈmædrəz/

noun en → es

1 TEXTILE [singular] B2

a type of cotton fabric with a pattern of small squares or checks, often used for clothing and curtains

telas de madrás, tela estampada

Collocations madras fabric · madras shirt

  • She wore a madras shirt to the picnic.

    Ella llevó una camisa de tela de madrás al picnic.

2 PLACE [singular] C1

a city in southern India, known for its textile industry and historical significance

Madrás (ciudad)

Collocations city of Madras

  • The city of Madras has a rich history.

    La ciudad de Madrás tiene una rica historia.