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Definition of entredeux
entredeux
/ˌɑːn.trəˈduː/
en · tre · deux
Plural:entredeux
entredeux Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A decorative insertion of lace or embroidery used to join two pieces of fabric.
Example
"She carefully sewed the delicate entredeux between the silk panels of the heirloom christening gown."
2
A piece of furniture, typically a small cabinet or table, designed to fit in the narrow wall space between two windows.
Example
"The antique dealer showcased a beautiful mahogany entredeux from the 18th century."
3
Something situated or occurring between two other things; an interlude or intermediate space.
Example
"The short musical entredeux provided a moment of calm before the intense final act of the play."
Synonyms
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from French 'entredeux', literally meaning 'between two', from 'entre' (between) and 'deux' (two).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Entredeux. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/entredeux