tulle

Definition

A kind of silk lace or light netting, used for clothing, veils, etc.

Etymology

Borrowed from French tulle, named after French Tulle (a town), named after Latin Tūtēla (a Roman deity), from Latin tūtēla (whence English tutelary), from Latin tueor (whence tutor, tutorial).

Example Sentences

• "I kept thinking of Marie Osmond — standing there at the altar, so brave in white tull ^([sic]). "Marriage isn't just for life," she said, "it's for eternity.""
• "‘Before I forget, there is one turquoise tulle fabric I think you would love . . .’"