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velvet

/ˈvɛlvɪt/ adjective C2
  1. Made of velvet.
  2. Soft and delicate, like velvet; velvety.
  3. Peaceful; carried out without violence; especially as pertaining to the peaceful breakup of Czechoslovakia.
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“Yes, and I think it is real pretty,” said Diana, looking admiringly at the short, silky curls that clustered over Anne’s head and were held in place by a very jaunty black velvet ribbon and bow.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 220 · C1
“Velvet carpet,” sighed Anne luxuriously, “and silk curtains!
Anne of Green Gables, p. 236 · C1
In a wardrobe were many green dresses, made of silk and satin and velvet; and all of them fitted Dorothy exactly.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 66 · B2
But when Gayelette came running out to him she found his silks and velvet all ruined by the river.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 100 · B2

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