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/
Noun
printed multicolored cotton fabric with a glazed finish, used for drapery and upholstery.
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The old sofa was covered in faded chintz.
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She chose a floral chintz for the curtains.
Adjective
decorated with chintz or having a chintzy appearance.
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The room had a very chintz feel with all the floral patterns.
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The designer created a deliberately chintz aesthetic for the country house.