tussah

[US]/ˈtʌsə/
[UK]/ˈtʌsə/

Translation

n.a coarse brown silk produced by certain wild silkworms (tussah or wild silkworm), or the silkworm itself that produces this type of silk
Word Forms
Pluraltussahs

Phrases & Collocations

tussah silk

tussah fabric

tussah cloth

tussah thread

tussah yarn

tussah fiber

tussah material

tussah scarf

tussah blouse

tussah shawl

Example Sentences

the designer created an elegant evening gown using luxurious tussah silk from china.

tussah fabric has a distinctive textured surface that appeals to fashion designers worldwide.

she purchased a hand-woven tussah scarf with intricate traditional patterns.

the artisan demonstrated how to spin tussah fiber into fine threads for weaving.

natural tussah dyes create beautiful earth-toned colors in sustainable fashion collections.

his collection featured raw tussah jackets with a rustic, organic aesthetic.

tussah moths produce the wild silk used in traditional textile arts.

the boutique specializes in handmade tussah blouses for discerning customers.

ancient chinese weavers mastered the art of creating delicate tussah garments for royalty.

sustainable fashion brands increasingly incorporate tussah cloth into their eco-friendly lines.

the museum preserved rare tussah textiles dating back several centuries.

her grandmother taught her the traditional technique of weaving tussah on wooden looms.

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