First Known Use: 1614
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chintz
noun \ˈchin(t)s\
: a shiny cotton fabric with a flowery pattern printed on it
Full Definition of CHINTZ
1
: a printed calico from India
2
: a usually glazed printed cotton fabric
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Origin of CHINTZ
earlier chints, plural of chint, from Hindi chī̃ṭ & Urdu chīnṭ
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