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lacemaking

American  
[leys-mey-king] / ˈleɪsˌmeɪ kɪŋ /

noun

  1. the art, act, or process of making lace.


Etymology

Origin of lacemaking

First recorded in 1825–35; lace + making

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During the 1600s, lacemaking spread rapidly across Europe from country to country and city to city.

From New York Times Dec. 8, 2022

A historic journey into Kenmare history, featuring lacemaking demonstrations and a store.

From Washington Post Sep. 1, 2016

On Sunday, there was an ode to the white-clad lacemaking ladies and the forro music of the Northeast that sparked waves of pride among Brazilians.

From Reuters Aug. 21, 2016

There was no need for more labourers: Calais had enough people for lacemaking right here at home.

From The Guardian Apr. 20, 2016

“It’s nothing. Just an old box of lacemaking supplies I left there by accident. I wanted to come and get it before I get a scolding from my mother. We’re going now.”

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook

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