Damasks

noun

1. An ornate silk fabric originating from Damascus.

   "True damasks are pure silk."

2. Linen so woven that a pattern is produced by the different directions of the thread, without contrast of colour.
3. A heavy woolen or worsted stuff with a pattern woven in the same way as the linen damask; made for furniture covering and hangings.
4. Damascus steel
5. The peculiar markings or water of such steel.