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chanel

n. C / U
C1 Advanced US //ʃəˈnɛɫ// chanel

n. a famous French company that makes expensive clothes, perfume, and luxury goods. People often use the name to describe a style that is very elegant and classic.

n. a French luxury fashion house specializing in haute couture, ready-to-wear apparel, and accessories. Often used attributively to describe a specific aesthetic of timeless, understated elegance.


SIMPLE

She wore a classic Chanel suit to the wedding.

CONTEXTUAL

The boutique on the corner exclusively sells Chanel handbags and fine jewelry to a high-end clientele.

COMPLEX

The designer's latest collection pays homage to the original Chanel aesthetic, incorporating tweed textures and gold accents that defined the brand's mid-century resurgence.

Usage

When used as a countable noun, it typically refers to a specific product or garment from the brand.

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