Brussels lace


noun

a fine handmade lace in a floral pattern outlined with raised cordonnet, originally made in the area of Brussels.
a modern machine-made net lace on which floral designs are appliquéd.

Origin of Brussels lace

First recorded in 1740–50

Example sentences from the Web for brussels lace

  • Her head-dress was a Brussels-lace mob, peculiarly adapted to the charming air and turn of her features.

    Clarissa, Volume 3 (of 9) |Samuel Richardson

British Dictionary definitions for brussels lace

Brussels lace

noun

a fine lace with a raised or appliqué design