“peau”

The following 3 entries include the term peau.

peau d'ange

noun

: a dull waxy smooth finish usually used for crepes, satins, and lace

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peau dʼorange

noun

: thickened, dimpled skin that resembles the rind of an orange and is often associated with some forms of breast cancer

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peau de soie

noun

: a silk or rayon dress fabric with a smooth satiny texture and a fine ribbed or grained surface

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