rug
/ˈɹəɡ/
noun
something we use to cover or decorate a part of the floor that is usually made of thick materials or animal skin
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carpet
/ˈkɑɹpət/
noun
a thick piece of woven cloth, used as a floor covering
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Saxony Carpet
/sˈæksəni kˈɑːɹpɪt/
noun
a cut pile carpet made of twisted yarns that are heat-treated to give a plush, velvety texture and a uniform, luxurious appearance
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textured carpet
/tˈɛkstʃɚd kˈɑːɹpɪt/
noun
a cut pile carpet with a slightly twisted fiber construction that creates a textured, casual appearance, which can help hide footprints and vacuum marks
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plush carpet
/plˈʌʃ kˈɑːɹpɪt/
noun
a type of carpet with a smooth, velvety surface and a dense, even pile height that provides a luxurious feel
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loop pile carpet
/lˈuːp pˈaɪl kˈɑːɹpɪt/
noun
a style of carpet in which the yarn loops are left uncut on the surface, creating a durable and low-maintenance flooring option
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cut pile carpet
/kˈʌt pˈaɪl kˈɑːɹpɪt/
noun
a style of carpet where the loops of yarn are cut, resulting in individual tufts of yarn that stand upright and create a plush, dense surface
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carpet tile
/kˈɑːɹpɪt tˈaɪl/
noun
a type of flooring consisting of small, modular carpet pieces that can be installed in a variety of patterns and designs
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hardwood flooring
/hˈɑːɹdwʊd flˈoːɹɪŋ/
noun
a type of flooring made from solid hardwood boards, typically cut from a single piece of wood
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concrete flooring
/kˈɑːŋkɹiːt flˈoːɹɪŋ/
noun
a type of flooring made from a mixture of cement, water, and aggregates, such as sand or gravel, that is poured into a flat surface and then cured and polished
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stone flooring
/stˈoʊn flˈoːɹɪŋ/
noun
any type of flooring made from natural stone, such as marble, granite, limestone, or slate
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Persian rug
/pˈɜːʒən ɹˈʌɡ/
noun
a traditionally hand-woven floor covering with intricate designs and patterns, that originates in Iran
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kilim
/kˈɪlᵻm/
noun
a flat-woven textile traditionally made by hand, characterized by vibrant colors, geometric patterns, and durable construction.
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hooked rug
/hˈʊkt ɹˈʌɡ/
noun
a type of rug made by pulling loops of yarn or fabric through a woven base using a latch hook
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braided rug
/bɹˈeɪdᵻd ɹˈʌɡ/
noun
a type of rug made from strips of fabric or yarn, braided together to create a circular or oval shape
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flokati
/fləkˈɑːɾi/
noun
a type of shag wool rug with a long pile, traditionally made in Greece
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outdoor rug
/aʊtdˈoːɹ ɹˈʌɡ/
noun
a type of rug designed specifically for use in outdoor living spaces, such as patios, decks, and porches
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accent rug
/ˈæksənt ɹˈʌɡ/
noun
a small rug used to complement the design or color scheme of a room
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area rug
/ˈɛɹiə ɹˈʌɡ/
noun
a decorative rug that covers only a portion of the floor and is often used to define a space or add color and texture to a room
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ingrain carpet
/ɪnɡɹˈeɪn kˈɑːɹpɪt/
noun
a type of carpet that is woven with a specific technique to create a textured, durable surface
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broadloom
/bɹˈɔːdluːm/
noun
a type of carpet that is woven on a wide loom, typically 12-15 feet wide, and then cut to the desired length
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moquette
/məkˈɛt/
noun
a type of dense, durable, and woven carpet
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tile
/ˈtaɪɫ/
noun
a flat piece of baked clay or other material, mostly in the shape of a square, used for covering floors or walls
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hearthrug
/hˈɑːɹθɹʌɡ/
noun
a small rug, typically made of wool, that is placed in front of a fireplace to provide warmth and protection from sparks and embers
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doormat
/ˈdɔɹˌmæt/
noun
an object put on the ground in front of a door, used for cleaning the shoes on
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linoleum
/ɫəˈnoʊɫiəm/
noun
a stiff material with a smooth and shiny surface, used for covering a floor
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mat
/ˈmæt/
noun
a small piece of thick cloth-like material that is used to cover part of a floor, particularly in order to provide decoration
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runner
/ˈɹənɝ/
noun
a type of long and narrow rug that is typically used to cover hallways, entryways, or other narrow spaces in a home or building
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matting
/ˈmætɪŋ/
noun
the wear and tear of a carpet or rug over time, resulting in a flattened appearance due to constant foot traffic
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shag rug
/ʃˈæɡ ɹˈʌɡ/
noun
a type of carpet or area rug that has a deep and plush pile with long, loose yarns that give it a shaggy appearance and a soft, textured feel underfoot
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tatami
/tætˈɑːmi/
noun
a type of traditional Japanese flooring made from woven straw mats
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welcome mat
/wˈɛlkʌm mˈæt/
noun
a small rug or mat placed outside of the front door of a home or business to greet visitors and encourage them to wipe their feet before entering
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Berber carpet
/bˈɜːbɚ kˈɑːɹpɪt/
noun
a durable type of loop pile carpet made from various fibers and commonly used in residential and commercial settings due to its resistance to wear
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frieze carpet
/fɹˈiːz kˈɑːɹpɪt/
noun
a highly twisted and durable carpet with a textured, curly surface that helps to mask footprints and other marks
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parquet
/pɑɹˈkeɪ/
noun
a type of flooring made of small wood pieces arranged in geometric patterns
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bath mat
/bˈæθ mˈæt/
noun
a small rug or mat placed on the floor in a bathroom, typically outside the shower or bathtub, to provide a non-slip surface and to absorb water
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rubber mat
/ɹˈʌbɚ mˈæt/
noun
a type of floor mat made from rubber material that provides a slip-resistant and durable surface
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