Damasco (en. Damascus)
/daˈmasko/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Silk or other material fabric with a raised design.
The dress was made from a beautiful golden damask.
El vestido fue confeccionado con un hermoso damasco dorado.
The city of Damascus, the capital of Syria.
Damascus is one of the oldest cities in the world.
Damasco es una de las ciudades más antiguas del mundo.
A curved knife or saber originating from Damascus.
Warriors used damask swords for their training.
Los guerreros utilizaban espadas damasco para su entrenamiento.
Etymology
It originates from the Arabic 'Dimashq', which refers to the city of Damascus.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Silk damask
Silk fabric with a specific pattern.
damasco de seda
In damask style
To do something with an elegant and detailed design.
al estilo damasco
Related Words
Damascus
Capital of Syria known for its history and culture.
Damasco
Damask work
A metal decoration technique that originated in Damascus.
damasquinado
Slang Meanings
Elegant or luxurious style
That party was pure damask, everything very fine.
Esa fiesta fue pura damasco, todo muy fino.
Something that is of high quality
This car is a damask in its category.
Este coche es un damasco en su categoría.