velvet

This article is about velvet, the fabric. For other uses of the word, see velvet (disambiguation). Velvet is a type of tufted fabric in which the cut threads are very evenly distributed, with a short dense pile, giving it its distinct feel. Velvet can be made from many different kinds of fibres. It is woven on a special loom that weaves two pieces of velvet at the same time. The two pieces are then cut apart and the two lengths of fabric are wound on separate take-up rolls.
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n. velveteen, short and thick velvet-like cloth (usually made of cotton)

(v. t.)
To make like, or cover with, velvet.
  

(v. i.)
To pain velvet.
  

(n.)
The soft and highly vascular deciduous skin which envelops and nourishes the antlers of deer during their rapid growth.
  

(n.)
A silk fabric, having a short, close nap of erect threads. Inferior qualities are made with a silk pile on a cotton or linen back.
  

(a.)
Made of velvet; soft and delicate, like velvet; velvety.
  

Common in most parts of the world including the Southern and Southwestern U.S., velvet ants are not true ants but rather parasitic wasps. Their sting can trigger allergic reactions. Avoidance, prompt treatment and, in selected cases, allergy injection therapy are useful.