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schiffli

[ shif-lee ]

noun

  1. a large, loomlike machine for embroidering textiles and working patterns in lace.
  2. the delicate work produced by such a machine, used on clothing, as lingerie and millinery, on furniture coverings, etc.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of schiffli1

< Swiss German: literally, little ship

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