damask
IPA: dˈæmʌsk
noun
- An ornate silk fabric originating from Damascus.
- Linen so woven that a pattern is produced by the different directions of the thread, without contrast of colour.
- A heavy woolen or worsted stuff with a pattern woven in the same way as the linen damask; made for furniture covering and hangings.
- Damascus steel.
- The peculiar markings or water of such steel.
- A damask rose, Rosa × damascena.
- A grayish-pink color, like that of the damask rose.
verb
- To decorate or weave in damascene patterns
adjective
- Of a grayish-pink color, like that of the damask rose.
- Relating to, or originating at, the city of Damascus.
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Examples of "damask" in Sentences
- Hervi is also known for its damask rose.
- And some churches also dress in black damask.
- Furniture is upholstered in a yellow silk damask.
- It was the site of damask and velvet manufacturing.
- Twill damasks include a twill woven ground or pattern.
- What's the exact difference between Brocade and Damask.
- It is richly decorated, made of tapestry, silk or damask.
- Brocade and Damask are typically used to mean the same thing.
- The flag is made of crimson silk damask with the design painted on.
- In the past, the village was renowned for its handloom damask weaving.