lacemaking
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of lacemaking
Example Sentences
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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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