brocade

noun/broʊˈkeɪd/

Frequency rank: #18,157 most common English word

Meaning

A rich fabric woven with a raised pattern, often using silk and metallic threads.

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Example sentence

She wore an elegant gown made from shimmering brocade woven with golden threads.

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