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usak

/uːˈʃɑːk/
U · sak
Plural:Usaks
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usak Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A traditional type of Turkish carpet or rug characterized by specific geometric or floral designs and a distinct color palette, historically originating from the Uşak region.

Example

"The living room was elegantly decorated with an antique Usak that featured soft pastel tones and a large central medallion."

2

A city in the Aegean region of western Turkey, serving as the capital of Uşak Province and historically renowned for its prominent carpet-weaving industry.

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Word Nuance & Usage

When referring to the Turkish city or province, it is properly spelled 'Uşak' in Turkish, though 'Usak' is commonly used in English typography without the diacritic. When referring to the style of carpet, it is also frequently spelled 'Oushak' in English.

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Turkish 'Uşak', the name of a prominent city and province in western Turkey. The name derives from the Turkish word 'uşak', meaning 'servant' or 'boy', though its historical application as a place name has separate regional significance.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Usak. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/usak
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