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voile

Pronunciation: /vɔɪl, vwɑːl/
Definition of voile

noun

[mass noun]
  • a thin, semi-transparent fabric of cotton, wool, or silk: [as modifier]:a delicate cream voile blouse

Origin:

late 19th century: French, literally 'veil'

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Definition of voile in the US English dictionary
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