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silklike

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Synonym of silky, like silk.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The first artificial silk was cellulose-based rayon, known as viscose in Europe; DuPont's entirely synthetic nylon was insufficiently silklike at first to serve as a good substitute in fashion but quickly replaced Japanese silk for Allied military applications during World War II.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: silky, like silk

Antonyms: none provided

2

adjective satellite

Meaning 2

having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • glossy auburn hair
  • satiny gardenia petals
  • sleek black fur
  • silken eyelashes
  • silky skin
  • a silklike fabric
  • slick seals and otters

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: satiny, sleek, silken, silky, slick

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From silk + -like, q.v.