organza

noun

or·​gan·​za ȯr-ˈgan-zə How to pronounce organza (audio)
: a sheer dress fabric (as of silk or nylon) resembling organdy

Examples of organza in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Iko Iko goes as far as using the organza sleeves on the cords of video game controllers, blenders, and walking canes, because why not? Claudia Williams, Architectural Digest, 27 June 2024 For a photocall for her film Emilia Pérez on May 19, the star wore a custom red off-the-shoulder Giambattista Valli Haute Couture ruffled silk dress with silk organza roses across the décolletage and an A-line mid-length skirt. Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024 The collection was rounded out with a tribute to its archival prints, such as an abstract black-and-white floral that was recreated through hand embroidery and on fabrics like silk and organza. Emily Mercer, WWD, 19 June 2024 Envelop yourself in wispy floral-print organza from Aje for a special occasion. Madeline Fass, Vogue, 14 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for organza 

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Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of Lorganza, a trademark

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of organza was in 1820

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“Organza.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/organza. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

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