Definition of "velvet" []

• A soft fabric, such as silk, rayon, or nylon, having a smooth, dense pile and a plain underside. (noun)
• Something suggesting the smooth surface of velvet. (noun)
• Smoothness; softness. (noun)
• The soft, furry covering on the developing antlers of deer. (noun)
• Informal The winnings of a gambler. (noun)

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• "It serves all the same functions of a night stand with a lamp while naturally being slicker and leaner than buying a rickety wooden nightstand with a tacky candlestick faux-gothic lamp covered in velvet from the 1970s."
• ": transients attempt to succumb to pathos, and triumph as sad clowns in velvet. there's an oxymoron or two in there, i think. and unseen in the infinite depths of black velvet is the weight of indelible viciousness shouldered by the garish penitents. or maybe Xtreme Hobo Stick."
• ""Any more of you guys want to promenade aft?" he queried in velvet tones."