organza

noun

or·​gan·​za ȯr-ˈgan-zə How to pronounce organza (audio)
: a sheer dress fabric (as of silk or nylon) resembling organdy

Examples of organza in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The bridal look was custom-made by Indian fashion designer Sabyasachi, and took 110 embroiderers from Calcutta, India, 3,720 hours to create the hand-cut organza flowers, French knots in silk floss and layers of thread work. Staff Author, Peoplemag, 12 July 2024 The duo sells these chic veils in their online shop, as does design studio Iko Iko, whose semi-transparent versions are made of frilly Japanese poly organza. Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 11 July 2024 Other dresses include satin and organza mini, midi, and maxi styles. Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 11 Mar. 2024 Related Stories Eugster & Huber, a collection known for its traditional focus on pleats and organza for fine women’s garments, was also presented at Milano Unica. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019 See all Example Sentences for organza 

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Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of Lorganza, a trademark

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of organza was in 1820

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“Organza.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/organza. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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