tussore

• Nom désignant un papillon de nuit d'Asie de l'Est dont la chenille produit une soie brunâtre, ainsi que cette soie elle-même.

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

1. Oriental silk mothC2formal

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

   Ver à soie tussor

   • The tussore moth is found in parts of India and China.
   • Tussore silk is valued for its natural golden-brown color.
   • The larvae of the tussore moth feed on specific tree leaves.

   Synonymestussahtussehtussertussur

2. Coarse brown silkC2formal

   A type of silk fabric made from the cocoons of the tussore moth, characterized by its rough texture and natural brownish hue.

   Soie tussor

   • She wore a beautiful sari made of tussore silk.
   • Tussore is often used for traditional garments in South Asia.
   • The fabric's natural color gives tussore a unique appeal.

   Synonymestussahtussertussur