arras

ar·ras

noun \ˈa-rəs, ˈer-əs\

plural arras

Definition of ARRAS

1

: a tapestry of Flemish origin used especially for wall hangings and curtains

2

: a wall hanging or screen of tapestry

Origin of ARRAS

Middle English, from Arras, France

First Known Use: 15th century

Other Fine Arts Terms

Gothic, baroque, bas-relief, limn, oeuvre, pastiche, rococo, sfumato

Rhymes with ARRAS

arris, harass