Etui

Pronunciation: /eɪˈtwi/

Definitions of etui

noun a small, decorative case for holding needles, cosmetics, or other small items

Example Sentences

A1 I keep my pencils in a small etui.

A2 She bought a fancy etui to store her makeup.

B1 The leather etui had intricate designs embossed on it.

B2 The antique etui was a valuable addition to her collection of trinkets.

C1 The etui, a traditional French accessory, was passed down through generations in her family.

C2 The jeweled etui, once owned by royalty, was now on display in a museum.

Examples of etui in a Sentence

formal She carried her reading glasses in a leather etui.

informal I always keep my earbuds in a little etui in my backpack.

slang Check out this cool etui I found at the thrift store.

figurative His emotions were safely tucked away in an etui, hidden from the world.

Grammatical Forms of etui

• plural: etuis
• comparative: more etui
• superlative: most etui
• present tense: etui
• future tense: will etui
• perfect tense: has etui
• continuous tense: is etuiing
• singular: etui
• positive degree: etui
• infinitive: to etui
• gerund: etuiing
• participle: etuied

Origin and Evolution of etui

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'etui' originated from the Old French word 'estui', which means a small case or container.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'etui' has come to specifically refer to a small decorative case for holding items such as needles, scissors, or other small objects. It is commonly used in the context of sewing or needlework.