Etuis

/ɪˈtwiːz/ noun

Definition

Plural of etui; multiple small decorative cases or containers.

Etymology

Plural of 'etui,' preserving the French singular-to-plural convention though sometimes anglicized as 'etuises' in early usage before standardization.

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Museum collections of etuis reveal how even the smallest objects reflect history—the materials, designs, and craftsmanship of different periods show you exactly how wealthy people lived and what they valued carrying with them every day.

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