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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

  • (..) Well, let me go get the paperwork. You just wait here at the table. -You do that. -Thank you. -Very nice material . -It's imported silk, Saul . It's very nice. Gentlemen, would you excuse us for a second? Thanks. Saul, you sure you're ready to do this? (..)
    2001 Ocean's Eleven