Silken: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ชก
silken
[ หsษชlkษn ]
texture description
The term 'silken' describes something that has the smooth, soft texture of silk. It is often used to characterize items that exhibit a luxurious feel, such as fabrics, foods, or even certain types of skin. The word evokes a sense of elegance and refinement, suggesting a quality that is delicate yet appealing. In culinary contexts, it can also refer to a type of tofu that has a creamy consistency.
Synonyms
luxurious, sleek, smooth, soft.
Examples of usage
- She wore a silken gown at the gala.
- The chef prepared a silken tofu dish.
- He admired the silken finish of the fabric.
Translations
Translations of the word "silken" in other languages:
๐ต๐น sedoso
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคฟเคฒเฅเค เคเฅเคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช seiden
๐ฎ๐ฉ sutra
๐บ๐ฆ ัะพะฒะบะพะฒะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ jedwabny
๐ฏ๐ต ใทใซใฏใฎ
๐ซ๐ท soyeux
๐ช๐ธ sedoso
๐น๐ท ipek gibi
๐ฐ๐ท ๋น๋จ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุญุฑูุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ hedvรกbnรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ hodvรกbny
๐จ๐ณ ไธ็ปธ็
๐ธ๐ฎ svilen
๐ฎ๐ธ silki
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถัะฑะตะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แจแแจแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ipษk
๐ฒ๐ฝ seda
Etymology
The word 'silken' has its origins in the Old English word 'seolh', which refers to silk itself. Silk has been valued since ancient times for its luster and softness, particularly in cultures that developed sericulture, the practice of raising silkworms to produce silk. The adjective 'silken' began to be used in Middle English, deriving from the Latin 'sericum', meaning silk. Over time, it has evolved to describe not only the material of silk but also anything that possesses similar qualities of smoothness and grace. Its usage expanded beyond textiles to various fields, including gastronomy and art, reflecting the versatility and allure of silk as an essential luxury material.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #16,198, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 16196 syphilitic
- 16197 sumptuous
- 16198 silken
- 16199 knitted
- 16200 imperfection
- 16201 recollected
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