실크, 면, 또는 합성 섬유로 짜여진 직물로, 한쪽 면에 부드럽고 촘촘한 보풀이 돋아 있는 고급 천.
A luxurious woven fabric with a dense, short pile on one side, giving it a characteristically soft and smooth feel.
예문:
"The theater seats were upholstered in deep blue velvet."
"She chose a velvet ribbon to tie back her hair."
벨벳처럼 감촉이 매우 부드럽거나 소리가 감미롭고 매끄러운.
Having a texture, sound, or appearance that is exceptionally smooth, soft, or mellow.
예문:
"The jazz singer's velvet tones filled the small club."
"The cat has velvet paws that make no sound when it walks."
성장기에 있는 사슴의 뿔을 감싸고 있는 털이 많고 혈관이 발달한 부드러운 피부.
The soft, fuzzy skin that covers and provides nutrients to the growing antlers of deer.
예문:
"The young stag was in velvet, with its antlers still developing."
"Deer rub their antlers against trees to remove the dried velvet."
도박이나 투기적인 거래를 통해 얻은 이익, 또는 예상치 못하게 얻은 여유 자금.
Profit or winnings gained from gambling or speculation, especially money that is in excess of the original stake.
예문:
"After winning the first round, he played the rest of the night on velvet."
"The extra dividend from the stocks was pure velvet for the investors."