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Venetian

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Venetian
1. of, relating to, or characteristic of Venice or its inhabitants
2. a native or inhabitant of Venice
3. a cotton or woollen cloth used for linings
Venetian, Venetian mosaic
A type of terrazzo topping containing large chips.
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It is easy, then, in fancy, to people these silent canals with plumed gallants and fair ladies--with Shylocks in gaberdine and sandals, venturing loans upon the rich argosies of Venetian commerce--with Othellos and Desdemonas, with Iagos and Roderigos--with noble fleets and victorious legions returning from the wars.
The Innocents Abroad by Twain, Mark View in context
But while they executed the four figures of a square dance, the Venetian was scenting my thoughts; he guessed the great interest I felt in him.
Facino Cane by de Balzac, Honore View in context
van der Luyden's portrait by Huntington (in black velvet and Venetian point) faced that of her lovely ancestress.
The Age of Innocence by Wharton, Edith View in context
 
 
 
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