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Meaning Of Silk
n.
The fine, soft thread produced by various species of
caterpillars in forming the cocoons within which the worm is inclosed
during the pupa state, especially that produced by the larvae of Bombyx
mori.
n.
Hence, thread spun, or cloth woven, from the above-named
material.
n.
That which resembles silk, as the filiform styles of the
female flower of maize.