silk
Translation
silk
Examples
She wore a beautiful silk dress.
She wore a beautiful silk dress.
The spider spun a web of silk.
The spider spun a web of silk.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a fine, strong, soft fibre produced by silkworms. This scarf is made of pure silk.
Similar Words
Synonyms: satin, velvet (though different materials)
Etymology
From Old English 'sioloc', from Latin 'sericum', ultimately from a Chinese source.
Memory Tips
Imagine the smooth, soft feeling of a silk scarf.