Blue Velvet

Pronunciation: /bluː ˈvɛlvɪt/

Definitions of blue velvet

noun a type of fabric that is soft and smooth to the touch, typically dark blue in color

Example Sentences

A1 I like the color blue velvet.

A2 She wore a dress made of blue velvet to the party.

B1 The sofa in the living room is covered in luxurious blue velvet.

B2 The singer's voice was as smooth as blue velvet.

C1 The artist painted a stunning portrait using shades of blue velvet.

C2 The curtains in the theater were made of rich blue velvet, adding to the grandeur of the performance.

Examples of blue velvet in a Sentence

formal The actress wore a stunning gown made of blue velvet to the award show.

informal I love the feel of blue velvet, it's so soft and luxurious.

slang That blue velvet couch is so boujee, I wish I had one in my living room.

figurative His voice was smooth like blue velvet, calming and soothing to listen to.

Grammatical Forms of blue velvet

• past tense: blued velvet
• plural: blue velvets
• comparative: bluer velvet
• superlative: bluest velvet
• present tense: is blue velvet
• future tense: will be blue velvet
• perfect tense: has been blue velvet
• continuous tense: is being blue velvet
• singular: blue velvet
• positive degree: blue velvet
• infinitive: to blue velvet
• gerund: bluing velvet
• participle: blue velveting

Origin and Evolution of blue velvet

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The term 'blue velvet' originated from the Middle English word 'velvet' which was derived from the Old French word 'veluotte' meaning 'shaggy, soft fabric'. The addition of 'blue' to velvet simply refers to the color of the fabric.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'blue velvet' has come to specifically refer to a type of luxurious fabric with a soft, smooth texture and a deep blue color. The term is commonly associated with elegance and sophistication in fashion and interior design.