arras
noun
ar·ras ˈa-rəs 
ˈer-əs
plural arras
1
: a tapestry of Flemish origin used especially for wall hangings and curtains
2
: a wall hanging or screen of tapestry
Word History
Etymology
Middle English arras, arrays, from arras, Artois, known for its manufacture of tapestry
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Geographical Definition
Arras
geographical name
Ar·ras ä-ˈräs
ˈer-əs,
ˈa-rəs
city in northern France south-southwest of Lille population 43,021