Lurex
Americannoun
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a thin metallic thread coated with plastic
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fabric containing such thread, which gives it a glittering appearance
Example Sentences
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On her worktable lay swatches of the silk and Lurex she would soon use to render her paintings and drawings into textiles.
From New York Times ● Apr. 27, 2024
Lurex woven fabrics, for example, in dazzling jewel tones designed to look handwoven, were favored for swimwear and raincoats, as well as washable clothing.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 4, 2023
Before landing on the stage name Freddie Mercury, the singer performed under the moniker Larry Lurex.
From Salon ● Oct. 9, 2021
Her iconic jumpsuit was made from Lurex, a metallic cloth.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2019
The gold cuffs on my shirt, “also tells a lot about you, that little bit of Lurex peeping out”.
From The Guardian ● Jul. 7, 2019
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