silk
Pronunciation: [sɪlk]
Word
Context: "material"
(noun) a soft and shiny fabric made from the fibers of silkworms. People often use silk to make clothes and other nice things because it feels smooth and looks pretty.
Example
She wore a beautiful silk dress to the party.
Example
He didn't like the rough fabric; it was not silk.
Example
Is this shirt made of silk or cotton?
Context: "animal product"
(noun) the fine thread produced by silkworms. This thread is used to make silk fabric.
Example
The silk from the silkworm was collected to create beautiful clothing.
Example
The worker found no silk in the empty cocoon.
Example
What happens to the silkworms when they produce silk?
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