noun General Slang

proggy mat

PROG-ee mat · noun · informal

A homemade rag rug

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A traditional handmade rug pegged from strips of cloth; also 'clippy mat' or 'hookie mat'.

“There was a proggy mat in front of the fire.”
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proggy mat In A Sentence

There was a proggy mat in front of the fire.

Origin & Usage

From 'prog', to prick or poke the rags through hessian.

People Also Ask

What is a proggy mat?

A proggy mat is a traditional handmade rug pegged from strips of cloth pushed through hessian backing.

What else is a proggy mat called?

It's also known as a clippy mat or a hookie mat, depending on the area and technique.

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