Definition of Partlet. Meaning of Partlet. Synonyms of Partlet

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Definition of Partlet

Partlet
Partlet Part"let, n. [Dim. of part.] 1. A covering for the neck, and sometimes for the shoulders and breast; originally worn by both sexes, but laterby women alone; a ruff. [Obs.] --Fuller. 2. A hen; -- so called from the ruffing of her neck feathers. ``Dame Partlett, the hen.' --Shak.

Meaning of Partlet from wikipedia

- A partlet (or partlett) was a 16th-century fashion accessory. The partlet was a sleeveless garment worn over the neck and shoulders, either worn over...
- in English a partlet). Partlets worn over the smock but under the kirtle and gown were typically made of lawn (a fine linen). Partlets were also worn...
- be filled with a partlet. Black velvet partlets lined in white with a high, flared neckline were worn pinned over the gown. Partlets of the same rich...
- "The Nun's Priest's Tale" (Middle English: The Nonnes Preestes Tale of the Cok and Hen, Chauntecleer and Pertelote) is one of The Canterbury Tales by the...
- with an open V-neckline. Some partlets had a collar and a back similar to the upper part of a shirt. Burgundian partlets were usually depicted worn under...
- sleeved, cover the arms. For a similar garment of the sixteenth century, see partlet. 20,000 Years of Fashion, pp. 219–220 Stamper, Anita; Condra, Jill (2010)...
- with blackwork embroidery trim; her neckline is filled in with a linen partlet. Anne of Denmark wears a bodice with a low, round neckline and tight sleeve...
- Petaluma, CA: Global Interprint. Lalia Phipps Boone (1949). Chauntecleer and Partlet Identified. Modern Language Notes 64 (2): 78-81. (subscription required)...
- Ascot tie Belt hook Cointoise Cravat (early) Hairpin Hatpin Jabot Lavallière Muff Oes Partlet Perfumed gloves Ruff Shoe buckle Visard Clothing portal...
- first starring role on the London stage. For the character role of Mrs. Partlet, they chose Harriett Everard, an actress who had worked with Gilbert before...