arras

1
[ ar-uhs ]
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noun
  1. a rich tapestry.

  2. a tapestry weave.

  1. a wall hanging, as a tapestry or similar object.

  2. Theater. a curtain suspended loosely across a stage and used as a backdrop or part of a stage setting.

Origin of arras

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1375–1425; late Middle English, named after Arras

Other words from arras

  • arrased, adjective

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Other definitions for arras (2 of 3)

arras2
[ ahr-ahs; Spanish ahr-rahs ]

noun(used with a singular verb)
  1. a gift presented at marriage by a husband to his wife in consideration of her dowry.

Origin of arras

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<Spanish: literally, earnest money. See earnest2

Other definitions for Arras (3 of 3)

Arras
[ ar-uhs; French a-rahs ]

noun
  1. a city in and capital of Pas-de-Calais, in N France: battles in World War I.

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British Dictionary definitions for arras (1 of 2)

arras

/ (ˈærəs) /


noun
  1. a wall hanging, esp of tapestry

British Dictionary definitions for Arras (2 of 2)

Arras

/ (ˈærəs, French arɑs) /


noun
  1. a town in N France: formerly famous for tapestry; severely damaged in both World Wars. Pop: 40 590 (1999)

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