ARRAS


Meaning of ARRAS in English

arras 1

— arrased , adj.

/ar"euhs/ , n.

1. a rich tapestry.

2. a tapestry weave.

3. a wall hanging, as a tapestry or similar object.

4. Theat. a curtain suspended loosely across a stage and used as a backdrop or part of a stage setting.

[ 1375-1425; late ME, named after ARRAS ]

arras 2

/ahr"ahs/ ; Sp. /ahrdd"rddahs/ , n. ( used with a sing. v. )

a gift presented at marriage by a husband to his wife in consideration of her dowry.

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