Brussels lace

American  

noun

1. a fine handmade lace in a floral pattern outlined with raised cordonnet, originally made in the area of Brussels.

2. a modern machine-made net lace on which floral designs are appliquéd.

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Brussels lace British  

noun

1. a fine lace with a raised or appliqué design

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Etymology

Origin of Brussels lace

First recorded in 1740–50

Example Sentences

Stretched out like clingfilm, caul fat looks like Brussels lace.

From The Guardian

The dress was too delicate to safely wear, but oh that veil was lovely - Brussels lace.

From New York Times

There are some sentimentalities which, to one in my condition, would just be as unsuitable as Brussels lace or diamonds.

From Project Gutenberg

There was something positively delightful to her imagination in the idea of dwelling among rich silks, Brussels laces, ribbons, and feathers; it was to her what woods, and birds, and trees were to her sister.

From Project Gutenberg

For instance, "Spanish Point" and "Point d'Espagne" have been misapplied to Italian laces, in the same way that "Point d'Angleterre" has been misapplied to Brussels lace.

From Project Gutenberg