Cyprus

Definition

A thin, translucent, usually black fabric, a kind of crape.

Etymology

From Latin Cyprus, from Ancient Greek Κύπρος (Kúpros).

Example Sentences

• "Seated in an arm-chair, covered with cloth of gold, was the Queen; her robe was of black velvet, edged with the richest sable; and the diadem at the back of her head confined the folds of a long black Cyprus veil."