noun
- A thin, open-weave fabric of cotton, wool, or silk, used for curtains, embroidery, or other decorative purposes.
Usage: Also spelled 'etamin'.; Textile/fashion term.
Examples
- The designer chose etamine for the sheer curtains to allow soft light to filter through.
- Etamine fabric is popular in embroidery because its open weave makes it easy to work with.
- The dress was made from a delicate etamine that gave it an airy, elegant appearance.
- She purchased several yards of etamine to create a lightweight summer scarf.