This section is from the "A Complete Dictionary of Dry Goods" book, by George S. Cole. Also available from Amazon: A complete dictionary of dry goods and history of silk, cotton, linen, wool and other fibrous substances,: Including a full explanation of the modern processes ... together with various useful tables.
Bib. [From L. bibere to drink whence also our words imbibe, bibulous, etc] A cloth worn by children to keep the front of the dress clean while eating; usually made of honey combed cotton canvas, lawn, lace, and the like.
 
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