damask
damask n
Anglo Fr. < L. Damascus < Heb. 'silken'.
- Silk; fabric; cloth with raised floral designs; woven material from the city of Damascus in Syria; [fig.] elegance; luxury; wealth; high social standing.
damask adj
see damask, n.
- Silky; luxurious; soft; [fig.] Cocoon; safe haven.
- From the city of Damascus.