Wilton

¹

[ wil-tn ]

noun

1. a carpet woven like Brussels carpet, on a Jacquard loom but having the loops cut to form a velvet pile.

Wilton

²

[ wil-tn ]

noun

1. a town in SW Connecticut.

Wilton

/ ˈwɪltən /

noun

1. a kind of carpet with a close velvet pile of cut loops

Word History and Origins

Origin of Wilton¹

Named after Wilton, town in Wiltshire, England

Word History and Origins

Origin of Wilton¹

C18: named after Wilton, Wiltshire, noted for carpet manufacture

Example Sentences

Other surveys have found a larger margin for Scott, with a Redfield and Wilton Strategies survey sponsored by The Telegraph finding a three-point lead and a Morning Consult survey finding Scott leading by five points.

From Salon

The Wilton Rancheria tribe have fought for years to reclaim stolen lands.

From Los Angeles Times

In the 1990s, the country was seen as a land of opportunity for gold prospectors with its rich natural mineral sources, says Wilton.

From BBC

Now a portion of his people’s stolen land in the unincorporated community of Wilton — about a half-hour south of the state Capitol — feels like home again.

From Los Angeles Times

“Wilton Manors is the second-gayest city in the country. It is important for Wilton Manors to be able to raise the flags that represent the community’s members,” Boo said.

From Seattle Times