What is the definition of Stay-lace? | Dictionary.net

STAY-LACE

\stˈe͡ɪlˈe͡ɪs], \stˈe‍ɪlˈe‍ɪs], \s_t_ˈeɪ_l_ˈeɪ_s]\

Definitions of STAY-LACE

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

Sort: Oldest first

A lace for fastening the bodice in female dress.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

A lace or string for fastening stays.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

Word of the day

fasciculus cerebrospinalis anterior

cerebrospinal fasciculus, Tuerck's direct pyramidal tract, a subdivision anterior funiculus, or white column, of the spinal cord.

View More

Nearby Words