Oushak

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noun

Ou·​shak ü-ˈshäk 

variants or less commonly Ushak

often attributive

: a heavy wool Oriental rug characterized especially by bright primary colors and an elaborate medallion pattern

Ushak

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less common spelling of oushak

Examples of Oushak in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Modeled after traditional Oushak rugs from Turkey, this design has earned hundreds of five-star reviews. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026

Wall hooks catch sun hats or coats, depending on the season, and the vintage Oushak rug hides stains with its existing patina. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026

This popular style equally suits a regal Bridgerton-esque space (like this Naples apartment with an impressive Oushak rug) and a more modern pied-à-terre. — Sarah Lyon, Architectural Digest, 10 Apr. 2026

According To An Expert Fussy Floor Coverings Opt for a flat-weave, vintage Oushak, or easy-to-clean indoor/outdoor option. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 24 Mar. 2025

Old kilim blankets dress the beds across the cottages, while antique Oushak rugs add coziness underfoot. — Leilani Marie Labong, Architectural Digest, 25 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Noun

from Oushak, Ushak (Uşak), town in Turkey

First Known Use

Noun

1901, in the meaning defined above