Category:Ruche

Ruche, n. Etym: [f. ruche ruche, beehive, of. rusche a beehive, which Was formerly made of the bark of trees; cf. W. rhisg, rhisgl, bark, Gael. rusg bark, rind.]

1. A plaited, quilled, or goffered strip of lace, net, ribbon, or Other material, -- used in place of collars or cuffs, and as a Trimming for women's dresses and bonnets. [written also rouche.]

2. A pile of arched tiles, used to catch and retain oyster spawn.