Necessaire
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /nɛsɪˈsɛə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Necessaire is a noun meaning A small case for holding personal items, especially toiletries.
Meaning
A small case for holding personal items, especially toiletries.
Example Sentences
While this was being made they missed one boat, and, by the time it was ready, the sleuths were on their track – this unlucky medicine chest having played the same part that Marie Antoinette's nécessaire did in the escape to Varennes.
Word Forms
- necessaires
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include trousse, washbag, toolcase, compact, wallet, pocket.
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