DAMASK


Meaning of DAMASK in English

/dam"euhsk/ , n.

1. a reversible fabric of linen, silk, cotton, or wool, woven with patterns.

2. napery of this material.

3. Metall.

a. Also called damask steel . See Damascus steel .

b. the pattern or wavy appearance peculiar to the surface of such steel.

4. the pink color of the damask rose.

adj.

5. made of or resembling damask: damask cloth.

6. of the pink color of the damask rose.

v.t.

7. to damascene.

8. to weave or adorn with elaborate design, as damask cloth.

[ 1200-50; ME damaske damascus, named after DAMASCUS where fabrics were first made ]

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