velvet
n. C / U B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈvɛɫvət// UK //vˈɛlvɪt// vel·vet
n. a soft, expensive fabric that feels smooth on one side and has a thick, short pile. It is often used for fancy clothes or furniture covers.
n. a closely woven fabric of silk, cotton, or nylon, with a thick short pile on one side. Often associated with luxury or formality.
She wore a beautiful red velvet dress to the party.
The theater seats were covered in a heavy blue velvet that muffled the sound of the audience.
The interior designer chose velvet curtains to add a sense of tactile richness and acoustic dampening to the high-ceilinged drawing room.
Usage
Uncountable when referring to the material in general; countable when referring to specific types or varieties of the fabric.