layette

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English

Etymology

From French layette.

Pronunciation

Noun

layette (plural layettes)

  1. A complete set of clothing, bedding and toilet articles for a new baby.
  2. A tray for carrying the powder in a powder mill.
  3. (US, military) A bin for storing equipment parts prior to their use.

French

Etymology

From laie (box, coffer) +‎ -ette.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /lɛ.jɛt/ ~ /le.jɛt/

Noun

layette f (plural layettes)

  1. baby clothes, babywear

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