1. plural of opaline; objects made of or resembling opal glass, typically decorative items with a milky, iridescent appearance
Usage: collectibles; decorative arts

Examples

• The antique shop displayed a collection of beautiful opalines from the Victorian era.
• Her grandmother’s opalines caught the light beautifully on the windowsill.
• The museum’s exhibit featured French opalines from the 19th century.
• Collectors prize opalines for their delicate, pearlescent quality.
• The opalines were carefully wrapped before being moved to storage.
• These opalines show the characteristic milky translucence of opal glass.