Meaning of the word reticule in English
What does reticule mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
reticule
US /ˈret̬.ɪ.kjuːl/
UK /ˈret.ɪ.kjuːl/
Noun
a woman's small handbag, originally made of netting and typically having a drawstring and used especially in the 18th and 19th centuries
Example:
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She carried a delicate embroidered reticule to the ball.
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The museum displayed several antique reticules from the 19th century.