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| chicken wire |
a flexible wire netting, usu. of hexagonal mesh, esp. for chicken coop enclosures and other light barriers. |
| hammock |
a hanging, swingable lounge or bed made of canvas or other strong fabric or netting and slung between two trees or other supports. |
| marquisette |
a light sheer fabric of cotton, nylon, rayon, or silk, used for curtains, mosquito netting, or the like. |
| reinforced concrete |
concrete that contains steel bars or metal netting to increase its strength. |
| reticule |
a woman's small handbag or purse with a drawstring, originally made of netting. [1/2 definitions] |
| snowshoe |
a light frame that is shaped like a racket and strung with a netting so that it can be attached to the foot and used for walking on deep snow. [1/2 definitions] |
| veil |
a thin piece of fabric or netting, usu. worn over the head, shoulders, and face. [1/3 definitions] |
| wirework |
netting, mesh, and other articles made of wire. |
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