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velvet

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/vɨˈluðu/ve·lu·do

Definition

1

A soft, thick fabric with a short, dense pile, usually made from silk, cotton, or synthetic fibre.

Usage examples

The velvet jacket felt luxurious to the touch.
She spoke in a velvet tone.

Common combinations

velvet dressvelvet touchvelvet curtainvelvet voice