carpet
Translation
carpet
Examples
The cat is sleeping on the carpet.
The cat is sleeping on the carpet.
They fitted a new carpet last week.
They installed a new carpet last week.
Grammar Patterns
((a carpet)) a floor covering The room has a beautiful carpet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rug, mat, matting
Etymology
From Old Italian 'carpita' meaning 'a thick woolen cloth', from Latin 'carpere' meaning 'to pluck, card wool'.
Memory Tips
Picture a pet sleeping on a car-shaped carpet.