voile
/vɔil/
Definition
- Noun:
- A light, semitransparent fabric, typically made of cotton, silk, or wool, known for its soft, draping quality and slight openness of weave.
Usage
- Noun:
- The summer dress was made of a beautiful floral voile.
- She chose voile curtains to allow soft light into the room.
Advanced Usage
"Cotton voile": A common type of voile fabric made from cotton, prized for its breathability.
- For hot climates, cotton voile is an excellent choice for clothing.
"Voile de soie": A French term indicating voile made from silk, denoting a more luxurious fabric.
- The designer used a delicate voile de soie for the evening gown.
Variants and Related Words
- Voile is typically used only as a noun. There are no common verb or adjective forms. The word itself is often used attributively (functioning like an adjective) before another noun (e.g., , ).
Synonyms
- Gauze: A very thin, light fabric, often more open and sheer than voile.
- Sheer: A general term for any thin, transparent fabric.
- Chiffon: A lightweight, sheer fabric, usually made from silk or nylon, often softer and more flowing than voile.
Antonyms
- Canvas: A heavy, durable, plain-woven fabric.
- Denim: A sturdy cotton twill fabric.
- Tweed: A rough, woolen fabric.
Related Phrases and Collocations
"A yard of voile": A standard way to refer to a quantity of this fabric for sewing.
- I need to buy a yard of voile for this sewing project.
"Voile blouse/shirt": A common item of clothing made from this fabric.
- Her voile blouse was perfect for the garden party.
Noun
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a light semitransparent fabric
