damask

damask n

Anglo Fr. < L. Damascus < Heb. 'silken'.

  1. 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.

  1. Silky; luxurious; soft; [fig.] Cocoon; safe haven.
  2. From the city of Damascus.