What is another word for narrow wale?
Pronunciation: [nˈaɹə͡ʊ wˈe͡ɪl] (IPA) 
Narrow wale refers to a type of corduroy fabric that has thin ribs or ridges as opposed to wider ones. Other synonyms for narrow wale include pinwale, pintuck, micro-rib, and baby cord. Pinwale corduroy has a very fine wale and is often used for lighter-weight clothing items and accessories such as shirts, trousers, and hats. Pintuck corduroy has small tucks running vertically, giving the fabric a textured appearance. Micro-rib corduroy has a very narrow wale and is often used for more formal attire such as suits and blazers. Baby cord has a slightly wider wale than pinwale but is still considered a narrow wale corduroy.
