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doily

/ˈdɔɪ.li/

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noun

C1formalcommon/ˈdɔɪ.li/

A small, decorative mat or napkin, typically made of lace or paper, placed on a table under plates, vases, or other objects.

  • 🇷🇺Небольшая декоративная салфетка или подставка, обычно из кружева или бумаги, помещаемая на стол под тарелки, вазы или другие предметы.
  1. Decorative mat B2 formal

    A small ornamental mat, typically made of lace or paper, placed under dishes or vases to protect surfaces.

    • She placed a lace doily under the teapot.
    • The antique doily was carefully preserved in a drawer.
    • He bought paper doilies for the dessert plates at the party.

    🇷🇺Декоративная салфетка

    Synonyms: mattable mat

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