cloth

noun

ˈklȯth How to pronounce cloth (audio)
Definition of clothnext
1
as in fabric
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) cotton canvas was the cloth traditionally used for a ship's sails

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as in clergy
the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church he's a member of the cloth, but that doesn't keep him from enjoying a stiff drink every now and then

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Recent Examples of cloth Find shade, rest, and use cool, damp cloths to lower your body temperature. — Brian Bossak, The Conversation, 1 July 2026 Or keep your blowout intact when doing your makeup or washing your face thanks to these adorable terry cloth headbands. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026 Installing shade cloth over vulnerable plants helps reduce issues like leaf scorch and keeps plant pots from drying out quickly when temperatures soar. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2026 Where the most hopelessly corny sayings are painstakingly stitched into the equivalent of cloth graph paper by women who believe in the sayings and give the plaques to people who do not believe in the sayings. — Padgett Powell, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cloth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cloth
  1. fabric
  2. clergy
  3. textile
  4. church
Noun
  • The quick-to-sell-out brand is beloved for its high-quality cotton fabric and romantic silhouettes that are simultaneously flattering and extremely comfortable.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 3 July 2026
  • Maxfield describes his clothes as a combination of Japanese craftsmanship and European tailoring, with an emphasis on custom fabrics and small details rather than obvious decoration.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 July 2026
Definition of fabric
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  • The agreement affects around 530 individuals who have filed abuse claims against current or former members of the city's Catholic clergy.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 30 June 2026
  • Few commoners could read Latin, which helped the clergy retain a monopoly on biblical interpretation.
    — Michael Bruening, The Conversation, 30 June 2026
Definition of clergy
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  • Thankfully, the silhouette is the epitome of trendy, offering a versatile design that includes a side swish, contrasting textiles, and bold colors.
    — Ruby McAuliffe, InStyle, 7 July 2026
  • For four decades, Indian textile house Chanakya International has produced some of the world’s most intricate embroidery for houses including Dior, Prada, and Fendi.
    — Sujata Assomull, Vogue, 7 July 2026
Definition of textile
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  • So, Galetto was delighted to learn that the first American pope would be speaking live and receiving an award less than two miles from his church, on the eve of the nation’s 250th birthday.
    — Danny Freeman, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
  • Parishioners at Saint Agnes said they were saddened by the schism and would continue to pray for a united church.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026
Definition of church

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“Cloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloth. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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