Below you can find the The name of this ribbed material often used for pants was once thought to come from the french for king's cord Jeopardy Words Answer. The answer to The name of this ribbed material often used for pants was once thought to come from the french for king's cord has 8 letters. This clue belongs to the C plus category and is part of Jeopardy Word Level 1229. If you scroll near the bottom you will find other clues and answers part of level 1229