velout

/vloʊ/ or /vloʊt/ or /vlu/ or /vluː/ (French)

Definitions

1. adjective

covered with a soft, fine layer of something

“The velout peach skin felt smooth to the touch.”

2. noun

a type of French soup made from vegetables, cream, and sometimes meat or fish

“The restaurant served a delicious velout of asparagus and potatoes.”

Synonyms

  • fine
  • silky
  • smooth
  • soft

Antonyms

  • coarse
  • rough