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filoselle

Pronunciation: /ˈfɪlə(ʊ)sɛl/
Definition of filoselle

noun

[mass noun]
  • floss silk, or silk thread resembling this, used in embroidery.

Origin:

mid 16th century: from French, from Italian filosello, of uncertain ultimate origin

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