The phrase "sackcloth" refers to a rough, coarse fabric made from goat or camel hair that was traditionally worn by people in mourning or as a symbol of repentance or sorrow. It represents a humble and humble or sorrowful state of being.
Sentences with «sack cloth»
Put all the grated potatoes in a flour sack cloth and squeeze as much moisture out of them as you can. (kitchenwindowclovers.com)
And you could even change them out later... say with red and white gingham or light flour - sack cloth print... or to match the seasons! (sugarpiefarmhouse.com)
Next thing you know he will have to give up his pension and dress only in sack cloth and whicker sandals, Jesus like, not bloody likely. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)