Wordle Answer for October 20, 2022
DENIM was the Wordle answer for October 20, 2022. If you missed the day or you're looking it up after the fact, this page collects the hints and word context in one place.
The answer
DENIM
What denim means
A sturdy cotton twill fabric, typically dyed blue, commonly used to make jeans and other casual clothing.
Where the word comes from
Denim comes from "serge de Nîmes," a sturdy twilled fabric historically produced in Nîmes, France. The phrase was shortened in English to "de Nîmes," which was eventually contracted to "denim." The fabric itself was later popularized in the American West during the Gold Rush, when Levi Strauss used it to make durable work pants.
Hints for October 20, 2022
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Synonyms of denim
- jean
- dungaree
- blue jean
Used in a sentence
She bought a pair of _____ jeans that fit perfectly for her new job at the factory.
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