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Ve·ne·tian | \ və-ˈnē-shən 
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\Definition of Venetian
(Entry 1 of 2)
venetian
nounve·ne·tian | \ və-ˈnē-shən \
\ plural venetians
Definition of venetian (Entry 2 of 2)
1 Venetian
a(1) : a native or inhabitant of Venice
(2) : a person of Venetian descent
b : the Italian dialect of Venice
2 or venetian cloth
a : a fine worsted fabric used especially for suits, coats, or dresses and made in twill or satin weave with a napped or clear surface and a lustrous finish
b : a lustrous sateen used especially for linings
3 : venetian blind
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