organza

noun

or·​gan·​za ȯr-ˈgan-zə 

: a sheer dress fabric (as of silk or nylon) resembling organdy

Examples of organza in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The dresses, in muted shades ranging from pale pink to pearl gray, cream and black, contrast layers of vaporous tulle and organza with long ruffled skirts and collared capes in satin or taffeta edged with lace. —Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025

Tie neck details meet chiffon dresses, and a smoking jacket appears in satin and printed knit for occasion dressing, with sequin pieces, organza, and hand beading offering additional options. —Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025

Per Chanel, the look was inspired by the brand's haute couture spring 2003 collection and came complete with a tone-on-tone organza and feather camelia, as well as jeweled buttons. —Catherine Santino, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025

In the collection, lasered floral motifs mimic lace, revealing delicate layers of organza. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 5 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of Lorganza, a trademark

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for organza

• bonanza
• extravaganza
• stanza