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chantilly
In the context of textiles, this term refers to a specific luxury craft. It is often used as an attributive noun to describe the style of lace, implying a high degree of elegance and historical prestige. Because it refers to a specific style of bobbin lace, it is typically treated as an uncountable mass noun when referring to the material itself.
In culinary contexts, the term describes a specific preparation of whipped cream. While "whipped cream" is a general term, "chantilly" signals a more refined, sweetened version often associated with French pastry traditions. It is almost exclusively used as a modifier for "cream" or as a standalone noun referring to the substance, remaining uncountable in both instances.
Meanings
Examples
The bride wore a vintage veil made of exquisite chantilly lace.
I would like a slice of strawberry cake topped with chantilly cream.
Her grandmother left her a delicate chantilly shawl from the nineteenth century.
Her grandmother left her a delicate chantilly shawl from the nineteenth century.
Just a dollop of chantilly on top will make this dessert perfect.
The museum exhibit features several rare pieces of black chantilly.
Maybe I should add some vanilla bean to the chantilly for extra flavor.
The dress was trimmed with fine chantilly to give it a romantic feel.
Fresh berries and a swirl of chantilly are a classic combination.
Fresh berries and a swirl of chantilly are a classic combination.
The intricate floral patterns of the chantilly were breathtaking.
The intricate floral patterns of the chantilly were breathtaking.