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chintz (c̸hints)

noun

a cotton cloth printed in colors with flower designs or other patterns and usually glazed

Etymology: earlier chints, pl. of chint < Hindi chhīnt, chintz < Sans chitra, spot < IE base *(s)kai-, bright > -hood, OE hador, bright, L caelum, sky

chintz Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • have: The Shaker style beds are new for 2005 and the cottage has enough chintz and curios in keeping with the history of the site.

Adjective modifier

  • Indian: Fit for a king: Thai silk and Indian chintz in Siamese court etiquette.

Modifies a noun

  • curtain: Into the Edwardian era, the décor became lighter and more airy, with chintz curtains in pale colors and delicate patterns.
  • fabric: Bright and cheerful with color washed walls and contrasting flowery chintz fabrics, this is a wonderful retreat for all seasons.
  • sofa: Giles picked his jacket back up from the chintz sofa and said, " Let's go.
  • pattern: Decorated with Christmas chintz pattern with " Christmas Greetings " hand finished with a single name.

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