bouclé

noun

bou·​clé bü-ˈklā How to pronounce bouclé (audio)
variants or boucle
1
: an uneven yarn of three plies one of which forms loops at intervals
2
: a fabric of bouclé yarn

Examples of bouclé in a Sentence

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Save on comfy accent chairs, including this boucle swivel option from Kelly Clarkson’s line, bathroom storage solutions like this under-$100 linen cabinet, and bedroom must-haves like this set of two mid-century modern-inspired nightstands. Bridget Degnan, People.com, 8 Oct. 2024 This trendy boucle armchair is fit for reading, snoozing, lounging, and catching up on your favorite shows. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 9 Oct. 2024 From linen to boucle, there’s a dedicated space to explore fabric swatches for all of the brand’s nursery seating options. Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024 What makes the beds and headboards at West Elm stand out are their fabrics with options including basketweave, velvet, twill, chenille, linen, boucle, and faux leather. Jenna Clark, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2024 The new lineup includes 25 pieces across furniture, lighting, textiles, decor and tabletop accessories — from $4,000 boucle sofas to $150 floor lamps. Anna Tingley, Variety, 26 Sep. 2024 The softly curved headboard is the perfect wall accent, and the ivory boucle fabric is an easy match for any bedroom. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2024 While not on sale, the papasan chair is also available in gray linen and cream boucle upholstery. Lauren Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2024 Photo: Michael Clifford Photography Inside, there are still plenty of boucles and linens—airy decor signatures of Kayne. Elise Taylor, Vogue, 5 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French bouclé curly, from past participle of boucler to curl, from bocle buckle, curl

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of bouclé was in 1886

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Cite this Entry

“Bouclé.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boucl%C3%A9. Accessed 7 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

bouclé

noun
bou·​clé
variants or boucle
1
: an uneven yarn of three fibers one of which forms evenly spaced loops
2
: a fabric of bouclé yarn
Etymology

from French bouclé "curly"

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