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Definition of "hangings" []

  • Plural form of hanging. (noun)

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Use "hangings" in a sentence
  • "With a quick jerk he pulled the black hangings from the wall."
  • "Tapestry, meaning a large pictorial image created to decorate a wall, rather than the production technique often used to make such hangings, is the woven object that most closely resembles paintings in both purpose and cultural value among European decorative and fine arts. reference Like paintings, tapestries are expensive and time-consuming to produce."
  • "Here were great wood fires burning too; here were snowy white beds, with light muslin hangings; and dark cabinets and wardrobes; and mats on the floors, with thick carpets and rugs laid down here and there."