| Word | charmeuse |
|---|---|
| Definition | n. A soft, silky fabric used for dresses. |
| Sentence | Mrs Kearney bought some lovely blush-pink charmeuse in Brown Thomas's to let into the front of Kathleen's dress. It cost a pretty penny; but there are occasions when a little expense is justifiable. |
| Source | Dubliners, "A Mother", p. 156 |
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