Brussels lace
Americannoun
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a fine handmade lace in a floral pattern outlined with raised cordonnet, originally made in the area of Brussels.
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a modern machine-made net lace on which floral designs are appliquéd.
noun
Etymology
Origin of Brussels lace
First recorded in 1740–50
Example Sentences
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Stretched out like clingfilm, caul fat looks like Brussels lace.
From The Guardian • Sep. 12, 2018
The dress was too delicate to safely wear, but oh that veil was lovely - Brussels lace.
From New York Times • Apr. 15, 2016
Two gentlemen supported the trailing bridal veil of antique Brussels lace, priceless and some 20 feet long.
From Time Magazine Archive
Television lights gleamed on the bride's golden crown and her simple wedding dress and veil of Brussels lace.
From Time Magazine Archive
At the present time the term is somewhat vague, denoting many kinds of laces made in Saxony, especially in imitation of old Brussels lace.
From Lace, Its Origin and History by Goldenberg, Samuel L.
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