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textile

noun

ˈtek-ˌstī(-ə)l

Definition of textile

as in cloth

a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) brought back a whole suitcase of beautiful textiles from India

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Recent Examples of textile Denim is a sturdy cotton textile that is woven in a twill pattern, creating a distinctive diagonal rib on the fabric’s surface. — Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Oct. 2026 For Pyratex, founded in Madrid in 2018, the project highlights its work translating alternative raw materials into finished textiles. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026 Researchers have also recently developed a printable textile that harvests dielectric charges from its wearer’s movements. — New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026 The robot features a slimmer body, a black textile outer skin, advanced motion control, and Neuron AI, the company’s foundation model for Physical AI. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for textile

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Buildup was also found inside the microwave in the kitchen, and bundles of cilantro were sitting on top of a wiping cloth on the prep table in the kitchen.

— Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026
The first thing a newborn baby touches upon entering the world is cloth—a towel or blanket wrapped around its shocked little body.

— Livia Caligor, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of cloth

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Everything from merino sweaters ($118) to quarter-zips ($228) as well as a number of styles in Gap’s signature CashSoft texture—its best-selling cashmere-alternative fabric—is ready to shop.

— Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 23 Oct. 2026
Finish with outdoor rugs, throw blankets and cushions in weather-resistant fabric.

— Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026

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