Definition

Noun: 1. A heavy fabric with a soft, dense pile, resembling velvet in appearance and texture: Velour is a woven fabric, typically made from cotton, synthetic fibers, or a blend, characterized by a short, thick, and plush nap that gives it a soft, luxurious feel similar to velvet, but it is often more durable and less formal.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The elegant sofa was upholstered in a rich burgundy velour.
  • He wore a comfortable velour tracksuit for the long flight.
  • The theater's curtains were made of a deep blue velour to absorb sound.

Advanced Usage

• "Velour finish": A surface texture or coating that mimics the soft, matte appearance of velour fabric.
  • The new smartphone case has a pleasant velour finish that feels great in the hand.

Variants and Related Words

• Velours (noun): An alternative spelling, particularly in French-influenced contexts, for the same fabric.

  • The designer's collection featured several pieces in silk velours.

• Velveteen (noun): A related fabric, usually made of cotton, with a short, dense pile, but it is typically less plush and has a different weave structure than velour.

• Velvet (noun): A closely related, traditionally silk-based fabric with a denser, smoother pile, often considered more luxurious than velour.

Synonyms

• Plush: A fabric with a longer, softer nap than velour, but often used in similar contexts (e.g., upholstery, soft toys).
• Chenille: A soft, fuzzy yarn or fabric, which can have a similar textured, cozy feel.

Related Phrases and Compounds

• Velour upholstery: Fabric used for covering furniture.
  • The car's interior was upgraded with leather and velour upholstery.
• Velour knit: A knitted version of the fabric, often used for casual wear like loungewear and tracksuits.

Noun

1. heavy fabric that resembles velvet