First Known Use: 15th century
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tapis
noun tap·is \ˈta-ˌpē, ta-ˈpē\
Definition of TAPIS
archaic : a small tapestry used for hangings and floor and table coverings
— on the tapis
: under consideration
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Origin of TAPIS
Anglo-French — more at tapestry
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