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satin

Very smooth, usually shiny, warp-faced woven textile. It can be made from any fibre; the degree of lustre depends on the fibre and the length of each warp float passing over the weft.

Satins have been used in dress and grand furnishings since the Renaissance.



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There were many people on these walks--men, women and children--all dressed in handsome garments of silk or satin or velvet, with beautiful jewels.
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