Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pince-nez
Noun
pɪns ˈneɪ
Definition
A type of eyeglasses that are held in place by a spring clamp rather than by earpieces.
Examples
- He adjusted his pince-nez before reading the fine print.
- In the 19th century, pince-nez were a fashionable accessory among the elite.
- The old man wore a pair of pince-nez perched on the end of his nose.
Meaning
Pince-nez are spectacles that attach to the nose with a clip and don’t have sidearms, often used for a specific style or aesthetic.
Synonyms
- Clip-on glasses
- Spring glasses
