noun
- A sturdy linen or linen-cotton fabric, typically plain-woven and used for work clothes or upholstery.
Usage: archaic; chiefly historical
Examples
- The worker wore a drabbet apron to protect his clothes.
- Drabbet was a common fabric choice for sturdy work garments in earlier centuries.
- The upholsterer selected drabbet for its durability and plain appearance.