"Quarpel" meaning in English

See Quarpel in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

IPA: /ˈkwɔɹpəl/
Etymology: Blend of quartermaster + repellent. Developed in the 1960s at the United States Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|quartermaster|repellent}} Blend of quartermaster + repellent Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Quarpel
  1. A durable water-repellent and oil-resistant treatment for textiles. Related terms: DWR
    Sense id: en-Quarpel-en-name-JeXh~FdF Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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