Saxony - Dictionary Definition and Overview

Saxony :  (noun)

1: an area in Germany around the upper Elbe river; the original home of the Saxons [syn: Saxony, Sachsen, Saxe]

Based on WordNet 2.0

Saxony : \Sax"o*ny\, n. [So named after the kingdom of Saxony, reputed to produce fine wool.] 1. A kind of glossy woolen cloth formerly much used.

2. Saxony yarn, or flannel made of it or similar yarn.

Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)
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