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“The precious bits of cloth folded away in a small trunk like an abandoned trousseau, the books of my life, the medals in their cases.”

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The visual splendor of the spoiled brat’s college trousseau certainly casts a cinematic spell.

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The wine, as well as the rings, the perfume and the other elements were part of a funerary trousseau that was to accompany the deceased in their voyage into the afterlife.

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But the bride was allowed 100 extra ration coupons for her trousseau.

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The dowry was replaced with a marriage chest, also known as a trousseau or hope chest.

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