Damas (en. Damascus)

/da.mas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Fabric made of silk or cotton, characterized by a raised design.

Damask is often used for making luxurious clothing.

Le damas est souvent utilisé pour la confection de vêtements luxueux.

A type of patterned metal, particularly damasked steel.

Damask knives are known for their durability and aesthetics.

Les couteaux en damas sont réputés pour leur résistance et leur esthétique.

Also refers to a decorative style on furniture or walls.

The living room is adorned with damask cushions.

Le salon est ornée de coussins en damas.

From the word 'Damascus' referring to the city in Syria, renowned for its textile industry.

silk damask

fabric made of silk with embossed patterns

damas de soie

steel damask

patterned steel, particularly used in cutlery

damas d'acier

damask cushion

cushion made from damasked fabric

coussin en damas

silk

Lightweight and shiny fabric produced by silkworms.

soie

brocade

Thick silk fabric decorated with patterns.

brocart

velvet

Soft and silky fabric, often used for clothing or upholstery.

velours

Elegant and refined style.

His outfit was really damask.

Son outfit était vraiment damas.

Used to refer to something of complicity or secrecy.

It's a somewhat damask project.

C'est un projet un peu damas.