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pleat

/pliːt/
B1 Β· Intermediateβ˜…β˜…β˜†β˜†β˜†
noun

Simple Meaning

un pliegue que se cose en la tela, como en una falda o pantalones.

When to Use

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Intermediate β€” can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

β€œMe encanta tu falda β€” esos pliegues se ven muy elegantes.”

β€œEl sastre aΓ±adiΓ³ pliegues en la parte delantera de los pantalones para un mejor ajuste.”

β–ΆFull Definition

A fold in the fabric of a garment, usually a skirt, as a part of the design of the garment, with the purpose of adding controlled fullness and freedom of movement, or taking up excess fabric. There are many types of pleats, differing in their construction and appearance.

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pleatedpleating

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