Definitions
n. Fine thread produced by silkworms, or fabric made from it.
蚕丝；丝绸
Example
She wrapped a soft silk scarf around her neck.
她把一条柔软的丝巾围在脖子上。
Traditional silk production provides employment in rural communities while preserving skills passed down through generations.
传统丝绸生产为农村社区提供就业机会，同时保留了代代相传的技艺。
Collocations
- silk scarf
- pure silk
- silk production
Word family
- silky (adj.)
- silkworm (n.)
Usage tip
silk通常不可数；silky指柔滑如丝，不一定是丝制。
FAQ
- What does silk mean?
- Fine thread produced by silkworms, or fabric made from it.
- How is silk pronounced?
- UK /sɪlk/, US /sɪlk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
