The meaning of Nankeens and additional information.

Nankeen(n.) A species of cloth, of a firm texture, originally brought from China, made of a species of cotton (Gossypium religiosum) that is naturally of a brownish yellow color quite indestructible and permanent.

Nankeen(n.) An imitation of this cloth by artificial coloring.

Nankeen(n.) Trousers made of nankeen.