Silk

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪlk/

Silk (noun)

  1. A soft, shiny material made from threads produced by silkworms.
  2. A special gown worn by senior lawyers in some countries.

Examples

  • The dress was made of soft silk.
  • Silk feels cool against the skin.

Common collocations: silk scarf, silk thread, smooth silk, wear silk, silk gown

Synonyms of Silk

Formal

Neutral