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How do the names of different textiles tell us about their histories?

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Many words in English and other languages; in current usage; show the proof of the flourishing trade between India and other parts of the world. For example; the word “muslin” was used to refer to all finely woven textiles. This word has originated from Mosul which is in present day Iraq. This was the place where **** traders first became aware about fine cotton cloth from India. The **** merchants used to bring find cotton cloths in Mosul.

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