Definition of Honiton lace in English:

Honiton lace

nounˈhʌn-ˈhɒnɪt(ə)n

mass noun

Lace consisting of floral sprigs hand sewn on to fine net or joined by lacework.
Example sentencesExamples
- This is a book for bobbin-lace makers who have already mastered basic, flat Honiton lace.
- This handkerchief is a good example of the best of Honiton lace made during the 19th Century.
- I must finally mention Honiton lace, the finest of the laces.
- Generations of the British Royal Family have held great affection for the exquisite beauty of Honiton lace.
- Some teachers also hold courses on Honiton lace at various venues in England and abroad.
- It was called Honiton lace because it arrived in London, the main market, by the Honiton coach, later the Honiton train.
- The gallery displays a selection of Honiton lace drawn from our collection of world significance.
- Traditionally Honiton lace was made in white or ecru cotton, and occasionally black silk (as cotton would not take the dye, usually ending up brown).
- Spun in a pattern containing roses, thistles and shamrocks, Honiton lace is perhaps the most aesthetically pleasing of all laces.
- The story of Honiton lace has a happier outcome.
Synonyms
openwork, lacework, tatting, netting, net, tulle, meshwork, mesh, webbing

Origin

Mid 19th century: from Honiton, the name of a town in Devon.

单词	Honiton lace
释义	Definition of Honiton lace in English: Honiton lace nounˈhʌn-ˈhɒnɪt(ə)n mass noun Lace consisting of floral sprigs hand sewn on to fine net or joined by lacework. Example sentencesExamples This is a book for bobbin-lace makers who have already mastered basic, flat Honiton lace. This handkerchief is a good example of the best of Honiton lace made during the 19th Century. I must finally mention Honiton lace, the finest of the laces. Generations of the British Royal Family have held great affection for the exquisite beauty of Honiton lace. Some teachers also hold courses on Honiton lace at various venues in England and abroad. It was called Honiton lace because it arrived in London, the main market, by the Honiton coach, later the Honiton train. The gallery displays a selection of Honiton lace drawn from our collection of world significance. Traditionally Honiton lace was made in white or ecru cotton, and occasionally black silk (as cotton would not take the dye, usually ending up brown). Spun in a pattern containing roses, thistles and shamrocks, Honiton lace is perhaps the most aesthetically pleasing of all laces. The story of Honiton lace has a happier outcome. Synonyms openwork, lacework, tatting, netting, net, tulle, meshwork, mesh, webbing Origin Mid 19th century: from Honiton, the name of a town in Devon.
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