pique

     

Pique refers to a weaving style, as in "pique cotton", which is characterize by raised parallel cords or fine ribbing (for example, in the collar of a polo shirt or tennis shirt). Twilled cotton (see Twill) or corded cotton are close relatives.

Trivia about pique

  • The state of vexation you might experience if you can't reach the top of a mountain
  • To excite the curiosity (perhaps by looking through a keyhole)

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