hessian

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[ˈhɛsɪən], (Noun)

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- a strong, coarse fabric made from hemp or jute, used for sacks and upholstery
(e.g: hessian sacks)


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late 19th century: from Hesse (see Hesse) + -ian


[ˈhɛsɪən], (Adjective)

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- relating to or characteristic of the German state of Hesse
(e.g: the Hessian nobility)


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[ˈhɛsɪən], (Noun)

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- a native or inhabitant of the German state of Hesse
(e.g: a rising young Hessian)


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