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Silk
Definition
a fine, soft, shiny fabric made from thread produced by silkworms
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Common collocations
- silk scarf
- silk dress
- silk tie
- raw silk
- silk production
- silk road
- silk pajamas
- silk fabric
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Usage note
Silk refers to a fine, strong, soft lustrous fiber obtained from the cocoon of certain insects, or the fabric made from it. It is often associated with luxury and high quality.
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Example sentences
- The silk scarf felt soft and smooth against her skin.
- The curtains were made of the finest silk.
- The bride wore a white silk gown on her wedding day.
- The pillowcase was made of silk and felt luxurious to sleep on.
- The artist painted a beautiful picture of a silkworm spinning silk.
Quotes
The spider's touch, how exquisitely fine! Feels at each thread, and lives along the line. - Alexander Pope
Silk does for the body what diamonds do for the hand. - Oscar de la Renta
Silk is a fine, delicate, soft, illuminating, beautiful substance. - Thomas Carlyle