tiraz
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A decorated cloth band with writing given as an honor in Islamic courts
- noun
- Archaic
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tiraz
- Receiving a tiraz was considered a great honor in medieval Islamic courts.
Examples
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The sultan presented his most trusted advisor with a richly decorated tiraz.
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The king presented a beautiful tiraz to the ambassador.
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The museum displayed a rare tiraz with gold embroidery from the 10th century.
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She wore a stunning tiraz during the ceremony.
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The king wore a beautiful tiraz that signified his authority and noble status.
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She admired the intricate tiraz that decorated the ceremonial robe at the exhibition.
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During the festival, artisans displayed their finest tiraz, showcasing the rich heritage of textile art.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Tiraz comes from the Arabic word ṭirāz, which means 'embroidery' or 'decorated cloth'. So a tiraz is a richly embroidered band or textile that was often given as an honor.