Cryptic crossword clue
Distressed Hellenic fabric 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word CHENILLE

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What does CHENILLE mean?

CHENILLE noun
  1. An extremely soft and bunchy fabric often used to make sweaters.

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