noun
berthe
Berthe (noun) means a decorative trim or collar added around the neckline of a dress. Example: “A berthe of delicate lace softened the plain bodice of the dress.”
noun
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A decorative trim or collar added around the neckline of a dress.
"A berthe of delicate lace softened the plain bodice of the dress."
How to use berthe
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA dress trim around the neckline, essentially another name for a bertha collar.
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Word forms
- Plural
- berthes
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A _____ of delicate lace softened the plain bodice of the dress.
Etymology
From French berthe, the same word that gives English "bertha."
Frequently asked questions
What does “berthe” mean?
The word “berthe” means a decorative trim or collar added around the neckline of a dress. In plain terms, a dress trim around the neckline, essentially another name for a bertha collar.
How do you use “berthe” in a sentence?
Here is “berthe” used in a sentence: “A berthe of delicate lace softened the plain bodice of the dress.”
What part of speech is “berthe”?
“Berthe” is a noun.
Where does the word “berthe” come from?
The word “berthe” comes from French. From French berthe, the same word that gives English "bertha.".
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