A durable fabric with a distinct pattern of parallel, raised ridges or 'wales', typically made of cotton or a cotton blend, often used for making trousers, jackets, and upholstery. noun
He wore a pair of brown corduroy trousers to the meeting.
The sofa was upholstered in a soft, green corduroy fabric.
Trousers made from corduroy fabric. noun
She bought a new pair of corduroys for the winter season.
His corduroys were perfect for the chilly weather.
To construct a road or path by laying down logs or planks in a transverse pattern, often used in marshy or unstable areas. verb
The workers corduroyed the road to make it passable during the rainy season.
They decided to corduroy the trail to improve accessibility for hikers.