ikat

noun

ˈē-ˌkät How to pronounce ikat (audio)
: a fabric in which the yarns have been tie-dyed before weaving

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Choose from vivid florals, ikat gingham, cherries, and bows. — Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026 Rooms are small and moody, with high-design touches, ikat textiles, river or rooftop views, and a cheeky Minibar of Vices stocked with local snacks. — Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026 That look-to-local approach can be seen here too, in the faded Turkish rugs on the floors and splashes of modern Turkish design—in particular, bright ikat cushions and throws—in the otherwise simple bedrooms. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 The 164-foot superyacht has eight spacious cabins that blend Midcentury Modern design with Indonesian touches, like ikat and teak. — Gisela Williams, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ikat

Word History

Etymology

Malay, tying

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ikat was in 1927

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ike
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“Ikat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ikat. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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