tapestry
noun
tap·es·try
ˈta-pə-strē 
plural tapestries
1
a
: a heavy handwoven reversible textile used for hangings, curtains, and upholstery and characterized by complicated pictorial designs
b
: a nonreversible imitation of tapestry used chiefly for upholstery
c
: embroidery on canvas resembling woven tapestry
needlepoint tapestry
2
: something resembling tapestry (as in complexity or richness of design)
nature's rich tapestry
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Perfectly positioned within walking distance of landmarks like the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum, the hotel immerses guests in the rich cultural tapestry of the city while offering a restorative escape.
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Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
Today, the history of stars, the heavens and astrology is still a tightly woven and colorful tapestry.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
Adorned with paintings, marble floors, and tapestries, the property and tour also feature uniforms of the Palatine Guards, as well as artifacts from the more than 500 years of history, according to the website.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2025
The space is decked in soft and soothing tones, ranging from champagne-toned tapestry and wavy curtains on the walls to forest green upholstery on the wooden seats and banquettes.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 7 July 2025
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Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
Today, the history of stars, the heavens and astrology is still a tightly woven and colorful tapestry.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025
Adorned with paintings, marble floors, and tapestries, the property and tour also feature uniforms of the Palatine Guards, as well as artifacts from the more than 500 years of history, according to the website.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2025
The space is decked in soft and soothing tones, ranging from champagne-toned tapestry and wavy curtains on the walls to forest green upholstery on the wooden seats and banquettes.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 7 July 2025
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“Tapestry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tapestry. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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tapestry
noun
tap·es·try
ˈtap-ə-strē
plural tapestries
: a heavy cloth that has designs or pictures woven into it and is used especially as a wall hanging
tapestried
adjective
-strēd
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