Kilim

Pronunciation: /kiˈliːm/

Definitions of kilim

noun a flat-woven rug or carpet made in Turkey, Kurdistan, and neighboring areas

Example Sentences

A1 I bought a colorful kilim rug for my living room.

A2 She admired the intricate patterns on the kilim carpet.

B1 The kilim tapestry was handwoven by skilled artisans.

B2 The kilim runner added a touch of elegance to the hallway.

C1 The vintage kilim from Turkey was a prized possession in her collection.

C2 The kilim artistry showcased centuries-old weaving techniques passed down through generations.

Examples of kilim in a Sentence

formal The intricate kilim rug displayed traditional geometric patterns.

informal I love the cozy feel of my kilim carpet in the living room.

slang Check out this cool kilim tapestry I found at the flea market!

figurative The diverse threads of society are woven together like a kilim rug.

Grammatical Forms of kilim

• plural: kilims
• comparative: more kilim
• superlative: most kilim
• present tense: is kilim
• future tense: will be kilim
• perfect tense: has been kilim
• continuous tense: is being kilim
• singular: kilim
• positive degree: very kilim
• infinitive: to kilim
• gerund: kiliming
• participle: kilimed

Origin and Evolution of kilim

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Turkish

Story behind the word: The word 'kilim' is of Turkish origin, derived from the Persian gelīm, meaning 'to spread roughly'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a type of flat-woven rug or carpet, the term 'kilim' has evolved to also refer to a specific weaving technique and style of textile art.