Definition of Silesia

1. Noun. A region of central Europe rich in deposits of coal and iron ore; annexed by Prussia in 1742 but now largely in Poland.

Exact synonyms: Schlesien, Slask, Slezsko
Generic synonyms: Geographic Area, Geographic Region, Geographical Area, Geographical Region
Group relationships: Europe

2. Noun. A sturdy twill-weave cotton fabric; used for pockets and linings.
Generic synonyms: Cloth, Fabric, Material, Textile

Definition of Silesia

1. n. A kind of linen cloth, originally made in Silesia, a province of Prussia.

Definition of Silesia

1. a cotton fabric [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Silesia

silent ischemia
silent movie
silent mutant
silent mutation
silent myocardial infarction
silent partner
silent period
silent person
silent picture
silent treatment
silenus
Silenus
siler
silers
siles
silesia (current term)
silesias
silex
Silex
silexes
silhouette
silhouetted
silhouettes
silhouette sign of Felson
silhouetting
silhouettist
silhouettists
silica
silica
silicas

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