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silk

Definition

  • noun: a smooth, soft, and shiny cloth that is made from thread produced by silkworms
  • noun: a fine continuous protein fiber produced by various insect larvae usually for cocoons
  • verb: to develop the silk
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: silk throwster

Examples

  • She maintains a busy practice as a leading 'silk' in employment law.

  • He 'took silk' [=reached the highest barrister's rank] in 2001.

  • The robe has butterflies embroidered in 'silk' on the sleeves.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - To you, Prince. I owe this man my life. We have something in common, at least. (BOTH LAUGH) I have a small gift from my travels. The finest silk in all of Egypt. It reminded me of you. Your return is gift enough for me. So you never got married. Don't they teach subtlety (..)
    2016 Ben-Hur