Associations to the word «Chintz»

Wiktionary

CHINTZ, noun. A painted or stained calico fabric, originally produced in India, and known for its brightly colored designs.

Dictionary definition

CHINTZ, noun. A brightly printed and glazed cotton fabric.

Wise words

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