tapestry
Translation
tapestry, wall hanging, rich mixture
Examples
A medieval tapestry hung on the wall.
A medieval tapestry hung on the wall.
The book is a rich tapestry of ideas.
The book is a rich tapestry of ideas.
Grammar Patterns
a tapestry of ((sth.)) a complex mixture of (sth.) The film is a tapestry of love and loss.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wall hanging, embroidery, mosaic (figurative)
Etymology
From Old French 'tapisserie', from 'tapis' meaning 'carpet'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'tapis', the French word for carpet. A tapestry is like a decorative carpet for the wall.