tussah

• Nom désignant un ver à soie sauvage d'Asie qui produit une soie brunâtre, ainsi que cette soie elle-même.

A noun referring to an oriental moth that produces brownish silk.

1. Oriental mothC1formal

   A type of moth native to Asia, known for producing a coarse, brownish silk.

   ver à soie tussah

   • The tussah moth is found in various parts of India and China.
   • Tussah silk is often used in traditional textiles.
   • The tussah moth's cocoon yields a distinctive natural color.

   Synonymestussertussoretussur

2. Silk from tussah mothC1formal

   A type of silk produced by the tussah moth, typically brownish and less refined than mulberry silk.

   soie de tussah

   • Tussah silk is valued for its durability and natural texture.
   • The fabric was woven from tussah silk, giving it a rustic appearance.
   • Many artisans prefer tussah silk for its unique color and strength.

   Synonymestussertussoretussur