trousseau

trousseau Definition

trous·seau (tro̵̅o̅ sō′, tro̵̅o̅′sō)

noun pl. -·seaux′--sōz′ or -·seaus′

the clothes, linen, jewelry, etc. of a bride

Etymology: Fr < OFr, dim. of trousse, a bundle: see truss

trousseau Synonyms

bride's outfit, vesture, hope chest; see clothes.

trousseau Usage Examples

Converse of object

assemble: The purpose of a shower is to assist the couple in equipping their new home or for the bride to assemble a trousseau.

Adjective modifier

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