Meaning

1 senses
  1. (not comparable)Of eyeglasses, having the frames made from horn or tortoiseshell or a material that resembles it, and characterized by their bold appearance on the wearer's face, in contrast to metal frames, which appear less pronounced.

More definitions
  • having the frame made of horn or tortoise shell or plastic that simulates either

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