noun
or ve·lours vəˈlu̇(ə)r, -u̇(ə)
( plural velours -u̇(ə)r(z), -u̇(ə)(z))
Usage: often attributive
Etymology: French velours velvet, velour, from Middle French velours, velour — more at velure
1. : any of various fabrics with a pile or napped surface resembling velvet made usually of cotton, rayon, silk, or wool and used in heavy weights for upholstery and curtains and in light weights for coats and jackets
2. : a fur felt usually of rabbit, hare, beaver, or nutria finished with a long velvety nap and used especially for hats