duchesse

Aristocratic female title

Duchesse is a smooth, lustrous satin fabric with a stiff drape, used especially for formal gowns and bridal wear: The wedding dress was made of ivory duchesse.

The word, French for "duchess," also names a style of elegant chaise longue and a variety of pear.

In cooking, duchesse refers to piped mashed potatoes enriched with egg and butter, browned in the oven.

nobility

aristocrat

Person of noble birth

noblewomanFemale of high birth
countessFeminine noble rank
baronessFemale holder of barony

marquise · marchioness · viscountess · peeress · dame · dowager · consort · matriarch · peerage · aristocracy

elegance

grace

Effortless beauty of motion

poiseGraceful, unshakable calm
refinementElegance of manner
sophisticationCultured elegance and complexity

style · chic · panache · polish · finesse · allure · dignity · cultivation · regal · stately

textile

satin

Glossy-surfaced woven cloth

lusterSoft reflected light
sheenSoft surface luster
drapeHang in folds

gown · bridal · upholstery · damask · jacquard · weave · fabric · bedding · lining · couture

culinary

potato

Edible underground tuber

pipedTransmitted through tubes
puréeFood blended smooth
butterSolid fat from cream

cream · pastry · patisserie · garnish · rosette · nozzle · choux · éclair · confection · mousse

duchesse

aristocrat

grace

satin

potato

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