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    Tapisserie (en. Tapestry)

    /tapiseri/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Often used as wall decoration, made from embroidered or woven fabric.
    The tapestry of the castle depicts a historical scene.
    La tapisserie du château représente une scène historique.
    Technique of decoration using fabrics to cover walls or furniture.
    The tapestry was used to make the room feel warmer.
    La tapisserie a été utilisée pour rendre la pièce plus chaleureuse.
    A complex pattern or design that is woven into the fabric.
    This tapestry has a spectacular floral pattern.
    Cette tapisserie a un motif floral spectaculaire.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'tapisserie' derived from the word 'tapis', meaning 'floor cloth'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Bayeux tapestry
    Famous tapestry depicting the Norman conquest of England.
    tapisserie de bayeux
    to cling like a tapestry
    To hang on or hold firmly to something.
    s'accrocher comme une tapisserie

    Related Words

    carpet
    Fabric primarily used for floor covering.
    tapis
    embroidery
    Art of decorating fabrics with thread or beads.
    broderie
    textile
    Material made from woven or knitted fibers.
    textile

    Slang Meanings

    Old tapestry
    This old tapestry in the attic reminds me of my childhood.
    Cette vieille tapisserie dans le grenier me rappelle mon enfance.
    Tape and rest
    We just put a tape and rest on the tapestry.
    On ne fait que mettre une tape et repose sur la tapisserie.