LORGNETTE


Meaning of LORGNETTE in English

n.

Pronunciation: lo ̇ rn- ' yet

Function: noun

Etymology: French, from lorgner to take a sidelong look at, from Middle French, from lorgne squinting

Date: 1803

: a pair of eyeglasses or opera glasses with a handle

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