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a fine handmade lace in a floral pattern outlined with raised cordonnet, originally made in the area of Brussels.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