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velvet

Pronunciation: [ˈvɛlvɪt]

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Learn how to use velvet in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “clothing/fabric”

(noun) a type of soft fabric that has a smooth, fluffy surface. It feels nice when you touch it and is often used to make clothes, curtains, and furniture.

Example

She wore a beautiful dress made of red velvet to the party.

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The rough fabric was not as comfortable as velvet would have been.

Example

What kind of fabric do you think velvet is?

Context: “texture”

(adjective) describing something that feels soft and smooth, similar to how velvet feels. You can use it to describe different things that have a nice touch.

Example

The puppy's fur was so velvet-like that everyone wanted to pet him.

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The scratchy material was far from velvet and made my hands uncomfortable.

Example

Does this cushion feel as velvet as it looks?

How to pronounce velvet

Pronunciation: [ˈvɛlvɪt]

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