wale

wale |wāl|
noun
1 a ridge on a textured woven fabric such as corduroy.
2 Nautical a plank running along the side of a wooden ship, thicker than the usual planking, and strengthening and protecting the hull.
3 a horizontal band around a woven basket.
ORIGIN late Old English walu [stripe, weal.]

I love couduroy and this is the season for it. Here is a cutie I found on Etsy -- just click on the image for more information.