Venise (en. Venice)
/və.niz/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Fine and translucent fabric used in sewing.
She chose venise for her evening dress.
Elle a choisi de la venise pour sa robe de soirée.
Type of fine lace.
The venise adorned the edge of her veil.
La venise ornait le bord de son voile.
Etymology
From the Italian word 'venezia', referring to the city of Venice, famous for its fabrics.
Common Phrases and Expressions
like a venise
Refers to something light and delicate.
comme une venise
a fabric in venise
Specifically refers to a fabric made in this way.
un tissu en venise
Related Words
lace
Fabric with hole patterns, often used for sewing and decorations.
dentelle
silk
Textile fibers from the silk worm's cocoon, known for their luster and softness.
soie
Slang Meanings
A light and airy clothing style.
She adopted a very venise look this summer.
Elle a adopté un look très venise cet été.
Something very elegant or chic.
This new dress is really venise.
Cette nouvelle robe est vraiment venise.