Definitions

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun A durable, finely woven Persian rug typically having a large central, often diamond-shaped medallion design with intricate background decoration.

Etymologies

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition

[Alteration of Heris, a town of Iran.]

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Examples

  • Back in 1784, Francisco de Iturbe y Heriz, a native of Vizcaya, Spain, was sent to Pátzcuaro by his uncle, with orders to establish a "Casa de Arriera," a service providing mules.

    The Serene Magic Of Patzcuaro 2007

  • Back in 1784, Francisco de Iturbe y Heriz, a native of Vizcaya, Spain, was sent to Pátzcuaro by his uncle, with orders to establish a "Casa de Arriera," a service providing mules.

    The Serene Magic Of Patzcuaro 2007

  • It happened by a rare chance that some of my fellows were on the point of setting out for the mainland -- from Heriz pier yonder, not from the end of the island whence

    Gallantry Dizain des Fetes Galantes James Branch Cabell 1918

  • Other wonderful rugs will also be sold, to include Heriz, Hamadan, silk Sumac Kazak and many more.

    Antique News News! 2010

  • Other wonderful rugs will also be sold, to include Heriz, Hamadan, silk Sumac Kazak and many more.

    Antique News News! 2010

  • We have a beautiful selection of todays decorative designs including: Persian silk and wool Tabriz, Heriz, Kashan, Isfahan, Sarouk,

    unknown title 2009

  • %100 Authentic Handmade Persian Tabriz/ Heriz Rug ( 9.7 X 7.5 ) - $900 Or Best Offer

    craigslist | for sale / wanted in seattle-tacoma webmaster@craigslist.org 2010

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