Brussels lace
noun
a fine handmade lace in a floral pattern outlined with raised cordonnet, originally made in the area of Brussels.
a modern machine-made net lace on which floral designs are appliquéd.
Origin of Brussels lace
1First recorded in 1740–50
Words Nearby Brussels lace
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How to use Brussels lace in a sentence
Her head-dress was a Brussels-lace mob, peculiarly adapted to the charming air and turn of her features.
Clarissa, Volume 3 (of 9) | Samuel Richardson
British Dictionary definitions for Brussels lace
Brussels lace
noun
a fine lace with a raised or appliqué design
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