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cartonnage

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːt(ə)nɪdʒ/

Definition of cartonnage

noun

  • an ancient Egyptian mummy case made of tightly fitting layers of linen or papyrus glued together.

Origin:

mid 19th century: French

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