Definition of: damask

(dam′əsk) noun
1. A rich silk, linen, or wool fabric woven in elaborate patterns.
2. A fine table linen, so woven that two sets of parallel threads on the surface give the pattern different aspects from different points of view.
3. Damascus steel or Damascus work.
4. A deep pink or rose color.
—adjective
1. Of, pertaining to, or from Damascus.
2. Made of damask steel or fabric.
3. Of the color of damask.
—v.t.
1. To damascene.
2. To weave or ornament with rich patterns.
3. To make deep pink or rose in color. [from Damascus]