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Trousseaux: meaning, definitions and examples

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trousseaux

 

[ truːsoʊ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bridal collection

A trousseau refers to the collection of personal belongings, particularly items such as clothing, linens, and other essentials that a bride gathers in preparation for her marriage. Traditionally, it was an integral part of a bride's dowry, symbolizing her new role in her husband's household. The contents of a trousseau can vary widely depending on cultural practices, socioeconomic status, and personal preferences. In contemporary use, the term may also encompass gifts and keepsakes received by the bride during events like bridal showers.

Synonyms

collection, dowry, layette, wardrobe.

Examples of usage

  • Her trousseau was filled with elegant lace linens.
  • The bride's trousseau included a beautiful wedding gown.
  • They spent months preparing her trousseau for the wedding.
  • He carefully packed her trousseau for their honeymoon.

Translations

Translations of the word "trousseaux" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dotes

🇮🇳 बिस्तर का सामान

🇩🇪 Hochzeitsgeschenke

🇮🇩 perhiasan

🇺🇦 посаг

🇵🇱 wiano

🇯🇵 持参品

🇫🇷 trousseau

🇪🇸 dotación

🇹🇷 çeyiz

🇰🇷 지참품

🇸🇦 مهر

🇨🇿 věno

🇸🇰 výbava

🇨🇳 嫁妆

🇸🇮 dote

🇮🇸 gjöf

🇰🇿 құдалық

🇬🇪 საჩუქარი

🇦🇿 gəlinlik

🇲🇽 dotación

Etymology

The term 'trousseau' originates from the French word 'trousseau', which means 'little bundle'. This word is derived from 'trousse', meaning 'a bundle' or 'a pack’. Historically, the concept of a trousseau can be traced back to the 14th century, where it represented the possessions that a bride would bring into her new home upon marriage. In many cultures, the trousseau was an important sign of a bride's readiness for married life and often included not just clothing but also household items such as linens and kitchenware. Over time, the significance of trousseaux evolved, becoming less about material wealth and more about personal expression and style. Nowadays, while many aspects of traditional wedding customs have changed, the idea of a trousseau continues to resonate, symbolizing the bride's journey into a new chapter of life.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,184, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.