Herez

noun

He·​rez hə-ˈrez How to pronounce Herez (audio)
variants or Heriz
: a Persian rug characterized by a large central geometric medallion and by angular floral designs

Word History

Etymology

Herez, Heriz, town in Iran

First Known Use

circa 1922, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Herez was circa 1922

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Cite this Entry

“Herez.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Herez. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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