Definition of Silken
Silken
silk·en


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
made of silk or a similar material, or soft, smooth, and shiny like silk;

e.g. The room had silken curtains of a rich red color. She had silken hair falling to her waist.

(adjective)
having a smooth and agreeable quality, possibly in a way that is superficial or insincere;

e.g. They listened to the silken sound of the violin. He had a silken manner that made him seem untrustworthy.



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