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reseau

reseau

9.9
A net of fine threads that forms the base for lace
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The delicate lace was supported by a fine reseau that gave it structure.

Examples

  • She admired the intricate patterns woven into the reseau of the antique shawl.

  • Mastering the art of creating a reseau is essential for traditional lace-makers.

  • The delicate reseau of the lace was beautifully crafted.

  • She admired the intricate reseau pattern on her dress.

  • The delicate lace was supported by a fine reseau that gave it structure.

  • She admired the intricate patterns woven into the reseau of the antique shawl.

  • Mastering the art of creating a reseau is essential for traditional lace-makers.

Synonyms

meshwork
vsreseau
1 7.9

An open structure of threads or wires woven like a net

is specifically the delicate base for lace not just any network structure
meshing
vsreseau
4.3

A fabric of string or wire with many small holes

is the net used as the foundation for lace rather than general netting
réseau
vsreseau
9.9

A netlike pattern of lines on a surface, like in cloth or cracks

is the actual net forming the lace base rather than a surface pattern

How Fine

tulle
9 8.1
lace
79 2.0
reseau
  • Specialized
9.9
net
332 1.0

Surface Forms

reseau singular
reseaux plural

Etymology

Reseau comes from French and means 'net' or 'network', so imagine a very fine net under the cloth that holds the lace pattern. That's why a reseau is the net-like foundation that gives lace its shape.