tchetnitsi

/tsxetnitsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of traditional Russian and Ukrainian folk dress

“The museum displayed a collection of 19th-century tchetnitsi dresses, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Eastern Europe.”

2. noun

A type of embroidery or decorative stitch used in traditional folk dress

“The artisan carefully worked the tchetnitsi stitch into the intricate design of the wedding veil.”

Synonyms

  • embroidery
  • folk dress
  • traditional attire

Antonyms

  • modern clothing
  • synthetic fabric