silk

/sɪlk/
noun
  1. A fine, soft, shiny fiber produced by silkworms, used to make cloth.
    • Silk is known for its smooth texture and natural luster.
    • The scarf was woven from the finest silk.
    • She wore a beautiful dress made of pure silk.
  2. Thread or cloth made from silk fibers.
    • The tailor used silk to sew the wedding gown.
    • The embroidery was done with colored silk threads.
    • He bought several yards of silk for the curtains.
  3. A silky or smooth material or texture resembling silk.
    • The cat's fur was as soft as silk.
    • The fabric had a silk-like finish.
    • The lotion left her skin feeling like silk.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Made of or resembling silk.
    • He bought a silk tie for the interview.
    • She wore a silk blouse to the party.
    • The silk curtains added elegance to the room.