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Silk

Definition

Silk refers to a fine, soft, and highly lustrous natural fiber spun by silkworms and used in the production of various textiles and fabrics.

Senses

Noun (Textile and Fabric):

1. A delicate and expensive fabric made from silk fiber.

Noun (Fiber):

2. The fine, smooth, and filamentous fiber produced by silkworms to build their cocoons.

Adjective (Smooth):

3. Having a smooth and lustrous texture like silk.

Adjective (Fine):

4. Characterized by fine and elegant quality, resembling the characteristics of silk.

Examples

Noun - Textile and Fabric: She wore a beautiful dress made of silk.

Noun - Fiber: The silkworms secrete silk to create their cocoons.

Adjective - Smooth: The silk touch of the fabric was incredibly pleasant.

Adjective - Fine: The artist used silk threads to create the delicate embroidery.

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