Definition of "damasks" []

• Plural form of damask. (noun)

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• "Philippine islands, who had only been once introduced to the emperor, and delivered his presents, being certain Chinese damasks, and five jars of European sweet wine, and could not obtain any farther access to the emperor."
• "The dark-wood furniture was upholstered in silk damasks and tonal stripes."
• "In addition to commanding a high price, it has been standard practice for makers to heighten exclusivity by selling through trade-only showrooms, which meant that sole access to the most desired damasks and brocades was via a decorator."