Kersey

ker'zy, a heavy, close, woolen cloth of plain weave, finished with a short, fine nap. Kersey is made in many grades. The better qualities are finished by methods similar to those employed in finishing broad-cloth. The fabric is fulled to such an extent that the threads are concealed. The cheaper grades are finished with little care and flock is used to add weight. Kersey is used for men's overcoats and women's jackets and coats. A similar but somewhat lighter material is called melton from the name of its original manufacturer. See Broadcloth; Flock