chintz
chintz
Definition
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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