Stiff fabric used to make petticoats (9)

I believe the answer is:

crinoline

(Other definitions for crinoline that I've seen before include "Stiff fabric in Victorian costume" , "Stiffened petticoat worn to puff out a skirt" , "garment of yesteryear" , "Outstanding skirt" , "Material" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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