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Sackcloth

usgb/ˈsækklɔːθ/Volume
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Historic Usage

Originally, sackcloth was a common material for everyday goods but is now outdated.

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Museums might display sackcloth to illustrate historical lifestyles.
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Figurative Speech

Sackcloth may be used metaphorically to represent poverty or simplicity in literature.

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He lived a sackcloth kind of life, shunning all luxuries.
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Literal Meaning

The term isn't widely used today except when referencing historical clothing or objects.

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The artisan specializes in recreating sackcloth garments.
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