peau de soie

[ poh duh swah, poh duh swah ]

noun

1. a soft, satin-weave cloth of silk or rayon, grainy and having a dull luster, used to make dresses, coats, trimmings, etc.

peau de soie

/ ˈpəʊ də swɑː; po də swa /

noun

1. a rich reversible silk or rayon fabric

Word History and Origins

Origin of peau de soie¹

1865–70; < French: literally, pelt of silk

Word History and Origins

Origin of peau de soie¹

literally: skin of silk

Example Sentences

The best grades of peau de soie present the same appearance on both sides, being reversible.

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