lutestring

lute·string

L l

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [loot-string]
- /ˈlutˌstrɪŋ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [loot-string]
- /ˈlutˌstrɪŋ/

Definitions of lutestring word

noun lutestring a silk fabric of high sheen, formerly used in the manufacture of dresses. 1
noun lutestring a narrow ribbon finished with a high gloss. 1
noun lutestring A glossy silk fabric, or a satin-weave fabric resembling it. 1
noun lutestring a glossy silk cloth, formerly used for women's apparel 0
noun lutestring (archaic) A plain, stout, lustrous silk, used for ladies' dresses and for ribbon. 0

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Origin of lutestring

First appearance:

before 1655

One of the 46% oldest English words

1655-65; by folk etymology < French lustrine < Italian lustrino. See luster1, -ine1

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Parts of speech for Lutestring

noun

adjective

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adverb

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preposition

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lutestring popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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lutestring usage trend in Literature

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