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    Georgette (en. Georgette)

    /ʒɔʁʒɛt/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A type of lightweight fabric primarily used for clothing.
    She chose a georgette dress for the wedding.
    Elle a choisi une robe en georgette pour le mariage.
    A fabric that has a soft and slightly crinkled texture.
    Georgette is ideal for blouses and scarves.
    Le georgette est idéal pour les blouses et les foulards.
    Can refer to a type of very lightweight voile.
    Georgette curtains let in light while preserving privacy.
    Les rideaux en georgette laissent passer la lumière tout en préservant l'intimité.

    Etymology

    From the name of the French milliner Georgette de la Plante, who popularized this fabric in the early 20th century.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in georgette
    Made from georgette fabric.
    en georgette
    georgette dress
    A dress made with georgette.
    robe en georgette

    Related Words

    chiffon
    A lightweight fabric often used in fashion.
    chiffon
    voile
    A fine and transparent fabric, particularly used for curtains.
    voile

    Slang Meanings

    A trendy and airy style of clothing.
    This outfit is really georgette.
    Cette tenue, c'est vraiment du georgette.
    Used to describe something delicate or refined.
    This decoration is very georgette.
    Cette décoration est très georgette.