Carpet

usgb/ˈkɑːrpɪt/
noun

A thick material for covering floors.

She vacuumed the carpet in the living room
Visual representation of "carpet" - A thick material for covering floors

Often appears as...

  • roll out the carpet
  • vacuum the carpet
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Material Varieties

Carpets can be made of wool, nylon, polypropylene, or other materials.

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The woolen carpet feels softer than the nylon one.
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Fixed Position

Unlike rugs, carpets are often fixed to the floor and cover a larger area.

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We installed a wall-to-wall carpet in our conference room.
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Cultural Significance

Carpets can have cultural significance, with designs and techniques specific to regions.

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The Persian carpet in the museum had intricate patterns.
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