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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

  • (..) essay contest, works Intel. - Too much of a think-tank soldier. - No, no, show me, show me. Well, this really is top drawer... with silk stockings inside. - We've waited about as long as we dare. - Do it. Change the net. Launch base, this is N.I.C. Control. (..)
    1997 G.I. Jane