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n. A wide deep collar, often of lace, that covers the shoulders of a dress.

n. A lace collar that covers the shoulders of a dress

n. A kind of collar or cape worn by ladies.

n. A small cape worn by women over the shoulders, usually crossed in front and open at the throat.

n. A trimming of lace or of other material in the shape of a small cape worn round the upper edge of a low-necked waist, or in a corresponding position on the body in the case of a high-necked waist.

"On the 'bertha' term: lacemakers refer to the deep flounce itself as a 'Bertha'."

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