fabric

noun

ˈfa-brik How to pronounce fabric (audio)
Definition of fabricnext
1
as in cloth
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) a fabric that is supposed to repel rain while at the same time allowing the wearer's perspiration to escape

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2
as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form you can't expect the fabric of society to survive if you do away with all moral imperatives

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Recent Examples of fabric The dress featured contrasting fabric at the neckline and hips, with a velvety material set against the chiffon-like fabric used throughout he rest of the dress. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026 Checking seams, buttons, zippers and fabric before buying helps shoppers spot problems early. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Oct. 2026 The wide leg and mid-rise waist create a flattering silhouette, and the slightly stretchy fabric moves with your body without losing its shape. — Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Oct. 2026 Flame-retardant defense uniforms are often stiff and heavy, but Gore-Tex Labs’ Pyrad fabric technology offers a better option. — Derek Rose, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fabric
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fabric
  1. cloth
  2. structure
  3. textile
  4. architecture
  5. framework
Noun
  • The second find consists of part of a statue of a royal personage along with its head, which was adorned with the striped cloth associated with ancient Egyptian rulers.
    — Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Remove from oven and use a napkin or cloth to press out any water from cheese mold.
    — Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of cloth
Noun
  • These structures provide the optical environment needed to generate the comb signals.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The Drama staged this structure in the process of fracturing.
    — Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of structure
Noun
  • InfuseZen textiles are made from 100% organic Turkish cotton, which gets softer and more absorbent with each wash, creating pieces designed to be used and loved for years.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The city has a substantial Latino population, including families whose histories are connected to the region's textile and flooring industries.
    — Dan Raby, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of textile
Noun
  • The architecture is designed to support multiple robot platforms, allowing skills to adapt to different applications rather than being developed separately for each machine.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Energy is supplied via a dense 85-kilowatt-hour pack running on an 800-volt electrical architecture, allowing a 10-to-80% DC fast charge in under 15 minutes while providing a maximum highway driving range of 249 miles (400 km).
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of architecture
Noun
  • But Netanyahu’s government wanted the existing framework kept intact, according to multiple sources who spoke to TIME, including an Israeli official and an international diplomat.
    — Eric Cortellessa, Time, 18 Oct. 2026
  • These are welcome steps, as are the safety frameworks leading labs have published.
    — Giorgos Tsetis, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of framework

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“Fabric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fabric. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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