blanc de chine

noun

ˌbläⁿ-də-ˈshēn

often capitalized C

: white Chinese porcelain usually used for making figurines

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More complicated vintage lamps or blanc de chine lamps will take an extra time and materials, and should cost under $100 to rewire, Wright says. —

Brittany Anas, House Beautiful, 1 July 2023

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, white of China

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of blanc de chine was in 1888

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“Blanc de chine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blanc%20de%20chine. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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