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large white

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noun

  1. Also called: cabbage white.  a large white butterfly, Pieris brassicae, with scanty black markings, the larvae of which feed on brassica leaves

  2. (often capitals) a white large-bodied breed of pig commonly kept for pork, bacon, and for fattening

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Many families with children, couples and elderly people could be seen under a large white marquee, waiting their turn to see the 13th century skeleton of Italy's patron saint.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

It’s two large white poles that hold up bells with a sign between them that reads “Tulip Time.”

From Slate • Oct. 22, 2025

In a large, white Igloo cooler, the gobies teemed in one corner, blending into rocks and sand that lined the bottom.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2025

As it turns out, Jeanine has an unnerving connection to the story of “Salome,” particularly Charles’ high-concept, multimedia production, a staging involving video footage and dancers’ shadow movements projected on a large, white sheet.

From Salon • Mar. 12, 2025

Fred’s casket remained at the end of the long aisle in front of us, under a large, white cloth.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen