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Meaning of cloth
The primary meaning of the word "cloth" is a piece of fabric used for making clothes, furnishing, or other purposes.
Etymology of cloth
The word "cloth" originates from Old English "clāth", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "klathiz", also related to the Proto-Indo-European root "gleit-", meaning "to cling" or "to stick"
Historically, the term "cloth" referred to a woven fabric, particularly one made from wool or other natural fibers
Over time, the meaning of the word has expanded to include a wide range of fabrics and materials, including synthetic and manufactured textiles
Synonyms
fabric
material
textile
garment
attire
apparel
clothes
dressing
drapery
tapestry
weaving
knit
lace
silk
cotton
wool
linen
velvet
muslin
gauze
chiffon
organza
tulle
brocade
satin
tweed
fleece
flannel
denim
canvas
burlap
felt
suede
leather
synthetic
polyester
nylon
spandex
rayon
acetate
chiffon
crepe
georgette
jersey
voile
calico
cambric
cheesecloth
damask
gabardine
gingham
lawn
madras
seersucker
taffeta
twill
velvet
voile
Definitions
- A piece of fabric used as a material for making clothes, furnishing, or other purposes
- A piece of fabric used for a particular purpose, such as a cloth for cleaning or a cloth for dressing a wound
- A fabric with a particular texture or appearance, such as a smooth cloth or a rough cloth
Usage Examples
- She cut a piece of cloth from the bolt to make a new dress
- The table was covered with a beautiful cloth, embroidered with intricate patterns
- He used a soft cloth to wipe down the surface of the furniture