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The quality of a dyed material possessing resistance against washing, bright light exposition, gas or by rubbing
When exposed to light, gas, water, use, the dyed material does not lose the color.
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Oilskin
Oilskin referred originally to a type of fabric - canvas with, literally, a skin of oil applied to it as waterproofing. These days, oilskins or oilies means the foul-weather gear worn by sailors,...
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