organdy

noun

or·​gan·​dy ˈȯr-gən-dē How to pronounce organdy (audio)
variants or less commonly organdie
plural organdies
: a very fine transparent muslin with a stiff finish

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Chloe Kim Kim donned a floral organdy design by Ludovic de Saint Sernin, which featured a sweetheart neckline and a corseted bodice. Hannah Malach, WWD, 27 Feb. 2025 Taylor-Joy, 27, channeled avant-garde bridal wear in a custom Dior look complete with a sheer white cotton organdy cape with a hood. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 15 Feb. 2024 The blush gown, which was embroidered with flowers and embellishments, got its color from all the layers of tulle and organdy beneath the lace, which created the body of the gown. Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE.com, 9 July 2019

Word History

Etymology

French organdi

First Known Use

1757, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of organdy was in 1757

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“Organdy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/organdy. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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organdy

noun
or·​gan·​dy
variants also organdie
plural organdies
: a fine transparent cotton fabric with a stiff finish and a plain weave
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