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arras

Pronunciation: /ˈarəs/

Definition of arras

noun

  • a wall hanging made of a rich tapestry fabric, typically used to conceal an alcove: he pulled back the arras on the far wall and went into his secret chamber

Origin:

late Middle English (originally denoting the fabric itself): named after the French town of Arras

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