variants
or velours
plural velours
və-ˈlu̇rz 
often attributive
1
: any of various fabrics with a pile or napped surface resembling velvet used in heavy weights for upholstery and curtains and in lighter weights for clothing
also
: the article of clothing itself
2
: a fur felt (as of rabbit or nutria) finished with a long velvety nap and used especially for hats
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The plush velour is machine washable and soft to the touch while the sensory pull tabs are entertaining distractions.
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Pamela Brill, Parents, 22 May 2025
Rather than the velour used in past Pasha interiors, Spirit 70 upholstery the seats is a combination of textile and flock yarn.
—Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Plush, velour, and mesh are the most popular exterior materials for car pillows.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2025
Additional updates to the original also include ultra-soft velour ear cushions and an ergonomically padded headband designed to reduce pressure on the top of the wearer’s head which should please all those producers and engineers who spend long hours mixing.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
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Pamela Brill, Parents, 22 May 2025
Rather than the velour used in past Pasha interiors, Spirit 70 upholstery the seats is a combination of textile and flock yarn.
—Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Plush, velour, and mesh are the most popular exterior materials for car pillows.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2025
Additional updates to the original also include ultra-soft velour ear cushions and an ergonomically padded headband designed to reduce pressure on the top of the wearer’s head which should please all those producers and engineers who spend long hours mixing.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
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“Velour.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/velour. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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velour
noun
ve·lour
və-ˈlu̇(ə)r
: a fabric resembling velvet
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