Glossary

Brocade

Brocade refers to a type of textile, originally heavy silk with an elaborate pattern in silver or gold threads. It has an embossed appearance.

Used as furniture upholstery

Ref: 122421/2006-09-23


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Textile (Textile refers originally to a woven fabric; now ...)
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