strass

noun

Examples of strass in a Sentence

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The actor wore an open-back Gucci gown that was fully embroidered with strass crystals and beads. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 19 May 2025 The model wore white strass lambskin ballet flats with brass and acrylic embellishments by Alaïa, inspired by classical Japanese shoes. Angel Saunders, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024 Slingbacks and sandals were embellished with strass and pearls, or topped off with bows and braids made from a mesh of crystals. WWD, 23 Sep. 2024 Sparkly, with strass and ribbon. Cécilia Pelloux, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2021 The black strass sandals feature the brand’s signature hardware, including an adjustable buckle strap and a block heel measuring three inches, with a platform on the front of the foot. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019

Word History

Etymology

French stras, strass

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of strass was in 1820

Cite this Entry

“Strass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strass. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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