tulle

noun

: a sheer often stiffened silk, rayon, or nylon net used chiefly for veils or ballet costumes

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For the London premiere, Erivo was extra witchy in a tulle gown by Schiaparelli, and Grande looked ethereal in a whimsical creation from Ralph Lauren. Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 5 Dec. 2024 By the end of the video, the Disney Channel alum is dancing around the church's altar and pews in a revealing black tulle dress, whilst surrounded by pastel coffins of the perished men. Shania Russell, EW.com, 20 Nov. 2024 The bottom of the outfit was made of colorful tulle with silver stars. Raven Brunner, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024 Another memorable gown is Viktor and Rolf’s couture rotated tulle dress. Luisa Zargani, WWD, 26 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for tulle 

Word History

Etymology

French, from Tulle, France

First Known Use

circa 1818, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tulle was circa 1818

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“Tulle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tulle. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

tulle

noun
: a fine netlike fabric used chiefly for veils, evening dresses, or ballet costumes

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