tulle
noun/tuːl/
Frequency rank: #18,451 most common English word
Meaning
A fine, soft net fabric made of silk, nylon, or rayon, often used in veils and ballet skirts.
Example sentence
The bride's gown was decorated with layers of tulle that floated gently as she walked.
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