ikat
/ËiËkĂŠt/
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Simple Meaning
a way of making cloth where the threads are colored before weaving to create patterns.
When to Use
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Advanced â complex ideas, academic/professional
Examples in Conversation
âI bought a beautiful ikat scarf from the market in Uzbekistan.â
âIkat patterns are popular in home decor right now.â
Learning Path
â¶Full Definition
A style of weaving that uses a process similar to tie-dye to dye the threads.
Related Words
Synonyms:
patterned fabrictextile
Word Family:
ikats