noun Download 🔗Share An article of loose clothing popular in 17th- and 18th century France. Examples : "The museum displayed a beautiful silk mantua from the 1700s, showing visitors the elegant fashion of the French court. " appearance style wear history culture item Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A superior kind of rich silk formerly exported from Mantua in Italy. Examples : "The queen's gown was made of the finest mantua, shimmering with threads of gold. " material wear Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A woman's cloak or mantle. Examples : "As the evening grew colder, Maria draped the heavy mantua over her shoulders for warmth. " wear style Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A woman's gown. Examples : "The museum displayed a beautiful mantua from the 18th century, showcasing its elaborate embroidery. " appearance wear style item Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading