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Definition of Honiton lace in English: Honiton lacenounˈhʌn-ˈhɒnɪt(ə)n mass nounLace 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. |