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US/sɪlk/
UK/sɪlk/
a soft, smooth cloth made from threads produced by a type of insect
In context
She wore a long dress made of silk to her cousin's wedding.
Vietnam is famous for its beautiful silk scarves, especially in Ha Dong.
Silk feels cool in summer, but it must be washed by hand.
Words that go with silk
adjective + noun
- pure silkThis tie is made of pure silk.
- raw silkThe designer used raw silk for the jacket.
noun + noun
- silk scarfHe bought his mother a silk scarf.
- silk shirtA silk shirt looks smart for an interview.
verb + preposition
- made of silkThe curtains are made of silk.
adjective + preposition
- smooth as silkHer skin felt smooth as silk.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a silkCorrect: silk