tapestry
UK: ˈtæpɪstri | US: ˈtæpəstri
n. a heavy textile with intricate woven designs, used for wall hangings or upholstery
n. a complex or richly varied sequence (figurative)
tapestry = tape<cloth> + estry<noun suffix>
- tape (from Old French tapis, meaning "cloth, carpet," ultimately from Greek tapētion < "heavy fabric")
- estry (a suffix forming nouns, often denoting a place or product, derived via Old French -erie)
Etymology Origin:
The word "tapestry" traces back to Greek tapētion (a thick fabric), which passed into Latin as tapēte and later Old French tapis. The suffix -erie (indicating a craft or product) was added in Old French, evolving into the English -estry. The term originally referred to heavy decorative textiles, later expanding metaphorically to describe intricate or layered narratives.
The medieval castle walls were adorned with vibrant tapestries depicting historical battles.
She wove a tapestry of memories from her travels across Europe.
The novel is a rich tapestry of interwoven characters and plotlines.
The museum’s collection includes Flemish tapestries from the 16th century.
His speech created a tapestry of ideas that captivated the audience.