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Fishnet

Noun CEFR B1
ˈfɪʃ.nɛt

Definitions

  1. A net used to catch fish.
  2. A fabric mesh with an open diamond-shaped structure.
  3. Stockings made of fishnet fabric.
    countable, plural-normally

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Examples

“The fishnets were hung over bushes to dry.”
“All the little minnows which were not caught for bait this spring⟳ may well give⟳ thanks to the women of the U. S. who have⟳ adopted fishnet turbans, scarfs, belts and skirts as items in their sports outfits.”
“Fishnets are for catching men.”
“I don't see⟳ people walking around in the fishnets, heels and make-up, but I do see⟳ alot^([sic]) of guys with the short bleached blonde hair, the baggy sweats, and other Eminemesque fashions...”

CEFR level

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This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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