ar•ras
Pronunciation: (ar'us), [key]
— n.
- a rich tapestry.
- a tapestry weave.
- a wall hanging, as a tapestry or similar object.
- a curtain suspended loosely across a stage and used as a backdrop or part of a stage setting.
ar•ras
Pronunciation: (är'äs Sp. är'räs), [key]
— n. (used with a sing. v.)
- a gift presented at marriage by a husband to his wife in consideration of her dowry.
Ar•ras
Pronunciation: (ar'us Fr. a&sylpräs'), [key]
— n.
- a city in and capital of Pas-de-Calais, in N France: battles in World War I. 50,386.
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