1. a tapestry or wall hanging, typically made of rich fabric with woven designs
2. a curtain or screen, especially one hung behind an altar or at the back of a stage
Usage: theatrical or ecclesiastical

Examples

• The medieval castle's great hall was decorated with an ornate arras depicting hunting scenes.
• The arras behind the altar added grandeur to the cathedral's interior.
• Actors hid behind the arras during the stage performance.
• She admired the intricate arras woven with gold and silver threads.
• The arras hung from floor to ceiling, creating an elegant backdrop for the formal dinner.