Definitions for "Arras"
Tapestry; a rich figured fabric; especially, a screen or hangings of heavy cloth with interwoven figures.
a rich tapestry fabric. Originating in Arras, Flanders.
French 13th-16thC TAPESTRY centre from which the word 'arras'-used generally for high-quality wall-hanging or tapestry - is derived. Arras porcelain factory produced noted tableware, 1770-90, and Arras lace, pure white and gold, was sought after in the 17th to 19th centuries.
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furnish
To furnish with an arras.
secured deposit - if an ‘arras' is arranged, the reservation agreement is drawn up in a way that the purchaser recognizes to lose the deposit or the seller pays back double of the amount if either fails to complete the deal.
Down payment, deposit
The pledge is a small percentage of the total price and this money is given to the seller by the buyer of the property in order to guarantee that the sale of the property will be completed within a given period of time.