Double-faced (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Marked by deliberate deceptiveness especially by pretending one set of feelings and acting under the influence of another; "she was a deceitful scheming little thing"- Israel Zangwill; "a double-dealing double agent"; "a double-faced infernal traitor and schemer"- W.M.Thackeray.
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All adjective clusters.
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Meaning 2
(of fabrics) having faces on both sides; "damask is a double-faced fabric".
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All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The designer chose a double-faced satin for the evening gown to create a stunning reversible effect.
- The double-faced wool fabric was perfect for making a scarf that would look great from both sides.
- The interior designer specified a double-faced velvet for the upholstery to add depth and texture to the room.
- The fashion student learned to work with double-faced fabrics in her textile class, creating intricate designs on both sides.
- The antique quilt was made from a double-faced cotton fabric, with a different pattern on each side.