Meaning of the word chintz in English

What does chintz mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

chintz

US /tʃɪnts/
UK /tʃɪnts/
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Noun

printed multicolored cotton fabric with a glazed finish, used for drapery and upholstery.

Example:
The old sofa was covered in faded chintz.
She chose a floral chintz for the curtains.

Adjective

decorated with chintz or having a chintzy appearance.

Example:
The room had a very chintz feel with all the floral patterns.
The designer created a deliberately chintz aesthetic for the country house.