mechlin lace

Mech·lin lace

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mek-lin leys]
- /ˈmɛk lɪn leɪs/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mek-lin leys]
- /ˈmɛk lɪn leɪs/

Definitions of mechlin lace words

noun mechlin lace a fine bobbin lace with raised cord, originally made in Mechlin. 1
noun mechlin lace a similar lace made by machine. 1
noun mechlin lace bobbin lace made at Mechlin, characterized by patterns outlined by a heavier flat thread 0

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Origin of mechlin lace

First appearance:

before 1690

One of the 49% oldest English words

First recorded in 1690-1700; after Mechlin

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Parts of speech for Mechlin lace

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mechlin lace popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 74% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

mechlin lace usage trend in Literature

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