burelage

noun

bu·​re·​lage
¦bu̇rə¦läzh
plural -s
: a fine network or allover pattern of lines or dots printed on the face or back of stamp paper as a protection against fraudulent changes compare moiré

Word History

Etymology

French, from burèle, burelle barrulet (back-formation from burelé barruly) + -age

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“Burelage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/burelage. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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