silk silk /ˈsɪlk/

noun

1. () A fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae  ( silk )
   a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae
     She wore a flowing silk dress to the elegant ball.
   She wore a flowing silk dress to the elegant ball.
   
   
2. () Animal fibers produced by silkworms and other larvae that spin cocoons and by most spiders  ( silk )
   animal fibers produced by silkworms and other larvae that spin cocoons and by most spiders
    The silk dress felt soft and luxurious against her skin.
   The silk dress felt soft and luxurious against her skin.