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fleur-de-lis
noun
ˌflər-də-ˈlē 
ˌflu̇r-
variants
or less commonly fleur-de-lys
plural fleurs-de-lis or fleur-de-lis also fleurs-de-lys or fleur-de-lys
ˌflər-də-ˈlē(z)
ˌflu̇r-
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2
: a conventionalized iris in artistic design and heraldry
Examples of fleur-de-lis in a Sentence
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The sleeveless dress featured a bevy of intricate embellishments, most prominently the glittering fleur-de-lis on the bodice of the piece, designed with beading and embroidery.
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Julia Teti, WWD, 30 July 2024
The Spanish royal fashioned a sleeveless midi dress with intricate embroidery and beading, creating the stunning fleur-de-lis on the bodice of the dress.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 25 July 2024
Attention to detail starts outside the home, where golden fleur-de-lis accent the wrought iron fencing and a graphic black-and-white tile design greets you at the entrance, alongside a door knob display that features a Gothic Revival-like engraving.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2024
The Andover Mills Kizer Hanging Porch Swing features a simple and elegant design but stands out for its striking fleur-de-lis shape on the seat back.
—Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024
At its head, wallpaper with a gray, black and white modified fleur-de-lis pattern balances out the room.
—Maria L. La Ganga, Idaho Statesman, 31 Jan. 2024
The Nordiques wore their politics on their sleeves, literally, putting the Quebec flag’s fleur-de-lis on their uniforms.
—Norimitsu Onishi, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2024
The truly maximalist interior style mixed a variety of colors and patterns, including intricate William Morris designs, traditional damasks and fleur-de-lis, vibrant jewel tones, and rich woods.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Nov. 2023
The piece features festoon and fleur-de-lis patterns, and it can also be worn as a necklace.
—Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 18 Oct. 2023
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Julia Teti, WWD, 30 July 2024
The Spanish royal fashioned a sleeveless midi dress with intricate embroidery and beading, creating the stunning fleur-de-lis on the bodice of the dress.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 25 July 2024
Attention to detail starts outside the home, where golden fleur-de-lis accent the wrought iron fencing and a graphic black-and-white tile design greets you at the entrance, alongside a door knob display that features a Gothic Revival-like engraving.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2024
The Andover Mills Kizer Hanging Porch Swing features a simple and elegant design but stands out for its striking fleur-de-lis shape on the seat back.
—Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024
At its head, wallpaper with a gray, black and white modified fleur-de-lis pattern balances out the room.
—Maria L. La Ganga, Idaho Statesman, 31 Jan. 2024
The Nordiques wore their politics on their sleeves, literally, putting the Quebec flag’s fleur-de-lis on their uniforms.
—Norimitsu Onishi, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2024
The truly maximalist interior style mixed a variety of colors and patterns, including intricate William Morris designs, traditional damasks and fleur-de-lis, vibrant jewel tones, and rich woods.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Nov. 2023
The piece features festoon and fleur-de-lis patterns, and it can also be worn as a necklace.
—Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 18 Oct. 2023
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“Fleur-de-lis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fleur-de-lis. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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