: a fabric in which the yarns have been tie-dyed before weaving

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Here, heritage crafts such as handweaving and hand embroidery take center stage in the form of organic jacquards, Madras checks, ikats and variations on indigo. Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 14 Apr. 2026 Now, the lobby is a riot of punchy patterns and color with a powder pink ceiling and ikat fabric walls. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Apr. 2026 Choose from vivid florals, ikat gingham, cherries, and bows. Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026 Indonesia has a rich cultural heritage of traditional fabrics like batik, ikat and songket, which feature intricate patterns typically imprinted with natural dyes derived from plants and minerals. Angelica Ang, Fortune, 3 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ikat

Word History

Etymology

Malay, tying

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ikat was in 1927

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“Ikat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ikat. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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