chintzes

Meanings

• noun

  Decorative quilted or printed fabric, originally from India, having a distinctive pattern of small repeating floral designs.

  - "She bought beautiful chintzes for her living room."
  - "The chintzes on the bedspread matched the curtains perfectly."

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Variants

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chinch bug , chintz , chintzes

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Etymology

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From the Hindi word 'chitron', meaning 'decorated cloth'.

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Trivia

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1. Chintzes were originally produced in the Indian city of Kasimar.

2. Chintzes were popularized in Europe during the colonial period, and they were often used to decorate furniture and clothing brought back from India.

3. Chintzes were commonly used in the production of 'Indian chintz' paintings, which were popular in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries.

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Related Concepts

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1. Calico: Calico is a type of cotton fabric that is plain woven and unbleached. Chintzes and calico are often used interchangeably, but calico refers specifically to plain-woven unbleached cotton, while chintzes are quilted or printed fabrics.

2. Indian textiles: Indian textiles have a rich history and are known for their intricate designs and high-quality fabrics. Chintzes are just one type of Indian textile, and they have been produced in various regions of India for centuries.

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Culture

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Chintzes have been popular in Europe since the 17th century, particularly in England and France. They were often used to decorate furniture, bedspreads, and wall hangings. Chintzes were also commonly used in clothing and accessories, such as shawls and scarves.

How to Memorize "chintzes"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a beautiful floral pattern on a piece of fabric. This is what chintzes look like.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'chintzes' with the idea of decorative fabrics from India.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'chintzes' starts with the letter 'C', which can help you remember that it refers to a type of decorative fabric from India.

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