tapestry
Meaning: A heavy textile fabric with pictures or designs woven into it, traditionally used as a wall hanging; a complex or richly varied sequence of events or combination of elements.
The most famous tapestry in English culture is the Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the Norman Conquest of 1066 (though it is technically an embroidery). Tapestries were historically used to insulate and decorate the stone walls of castles and cathedrals. Figuratively, 'tapestry' evokes richness and intricacy — 'the rich tapestry of British history,' 'a tapestry of sound and colour.'
Examples
- The Bayeux Tapestry is an invaluable historical document as well as a remarkable work of art. 贝叶挂毯既是一份珍贵的历史文献,也是一件非凡的艺术杰作。El Tapiz de Bayeux es un documento histórico de valor incalculable además de una obra de arte extraordinaria.バイユーのタペストリーは、かけがえのない歴史的資料であると同時に、卓越した芸術作品でもあります。바이외 태피스트리는 귀중한 역사적 문서이자 놀라운 예술 작품입니다.
- The medieval hall was hung with tapestries depicting scenes from the Arthurian legends. 中世纪大厅里悬挂着描绘亚瑟王传说场景的挂毯。El salón medieval estaba decorado con tapices que representaban escenas de las leyendas artúricas.中世の大広間にはアーサー王伝説の場面を描いたタペストリーが掛けられていました。중세 대연회장에는 아서왕 전설의 장면들을 묘사한 태피스트리가 걸려 있었습니다.
- Her memoir weaves together a rich tapestry of family stories, historical events, and personal reflections. 她的回忆录将家族故事、历史事件和个人感悟编织成一幅丰富的挂毯。Sus memorias tejen un rico tapiz de historias familiares, acontecimientos históricos y reflexiones personales.彼女の回想録は、家族の物語、歴史的出来事、個人的な省察を織り交ぜた豊かなタペストリーです。그녀의 회고록은 가족 이야기, 역사적 사건, 개인적 성찰을 엮어 만든 풍부한 태피스트리입니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: academic, media
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old French tapisserie (tapestry, carpeting), from tapisser (to carpet, to cover with tapestry), from tapis (heavy cloth), from Greek tapētion (small carpet), diminutive of tapēs (carpet).
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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