Meaning & use
Voiles
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Plural of voile: light, semi-transparent fabrics made of cotton, silk, or synthetic fibers, used for curtains and clothing.
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The shop displayed rolls of delicate voiles in pastel colors for summer dresses.
Sheer voiles hung at the windows, letting soft light filter into the room.
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The word voile comes from the French for 'veil,' reflecting the fabric's light, translucent quality.
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