CEFR B1

velvet

noun

Meaning

A soft, densely woven fabric, typically with a thick short pile, that is made by weaving thread over a row of warp threads and then cutting the thread to form a uniform fuzzy surface.

Examples

The curtains were made of heavy, dark red velvet.
She loved the feel of the velvet cushion.

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velvet (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛl.vət/

Definition

A soft, densely woven fabric, typically with a thick short pile, that is made by weaving thread over a row of warp threads and then cutting the thread to form a uniform fuzzy surface.

Examples

The curtains were made of heavy, dark red velvet.
She loved the feel of the velvet cushion.
He wore a velvet smoking jacket.

How to Use velvet

velvet glove (idiom): A gentle or subtle approach to something that could otherwise be harsh or forceful. — "The manager handled the difficult employee with a velvet glove."
in velvet (prepositional phrase): Covered or made of velvet. — "The antique jewelry box was lined in velvet."

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