"Tapestried" is a word that is not commonly used nowadays, but it still appears in literature and refers to something that is covered or decorated with tapestry. Its pronunciation is /ˈtæpɪstriːd/, with stress on the second syllable. The word is formed from "tapestry", which came from Old French "tapisserie", meaning carpet or rug. The ending "-ed" indicates the past participle form, which makes it function more like an adjective that describes something that has been adorned or dressed in tapestry.
Tapestried is an adjective that describes something as being decorated or adorned with tapestry. Derived from the word "tapestry," which refers to a type of decorative fabric typically handwoven on a loom, "tapestried" signifies the presence of tapestry within a given context.
When used in the context of interior design or decor, for example, "tapestried" refers to a space or room that is decorated with tapestries or adorned with tapestry-like patterns. The tapestries can be made of various materials such as silk, wool, or linen, and can feature intricate designs, scenes, or motifs. Tapestried walls or furniture create a rich and textured ambience, often associated with traditional or historical settings where tapestries were historically popular.
Furthermore, the term "tapestried" can also be used more figuratively to describe something that is metaphorically covered or filled with rich detail, similar to the way tapestry is filled with intricate patterns. For example, a book may be described as "tapestried with complex narratives" to convey that it is intricately woven with multiple interrelated storylines. Similarly, a speech or piece of writing may be described as "tapestried with persuasive arguments" to indicate a skillful incorporation of compelling points or evidence.
Overall, "tapestried" encompasses the ideas of decoration, adornment, and intricacy, whether in a literal or metaphorical sense.
Adorned as if with tapestry.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "tapestried" is derived from the noun "tapestry", which originated from the Old French word "tapisserie" in the 15th century. The Old French term was formed from the verb "tapisser", meaning "to cover with heavy fabric". It ultimately came from the Late Latin word "tapes", which referred to a carpet or covering. The underlying root is uncertain but is believed to have come from a Germanic source. In English, the verb form "tapestried" emerged in the 16th century, describing the act of adorning or covering with tapestries.