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

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
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

Synonyms & Similar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of fabric Less than two weeks later, ICE reported that Victor Manuel Díaz, a 36-year-old Nicaraguan who had been detained during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis, was found unresponsive and with a piece of fabric around his neck. — Perla Trevizo, ProPublica, 28 Aug. 2026 The brand said Sperro SV’s nylon face fabric and backer are separately designed for recyclability and are made in partnership with Aquafil, the maker of Econyl regenerated nylon. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2026 Look for a pillow that provides firm cushioning and a soft fabric surface. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 Give it a refresh using anything from a DIY baking soda remedy to fabric fresheners to just airing it out. — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 27 Aug. 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 small stick figures, wrapped in orange cloth, were rubbed in paste and covered in garlands of orange flowers.
    — Andrew Jones, NBC news, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Lowe’s in Boise donated the rest of the materials, which included soil, weed barrier cloth and fertilizer, bringing the total donations to $800, according to Mitchley.
    — Harllie Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of cloth
Noun
  • Now, in this new study, the international team examined the curious fossil under cross-polarized light, allowing more of its structure to be visible.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Ukrainian Drones Are Pushing Back Russian Artillery Russian force structure has historically reflected this emphasis on firepower.
    — Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of structure
Noun
  • Louboutin tapped the textile designer Carolina Irving and the expert Spanish aesthete Patrician Medina Abascal to further transform shared and private spaces.
    — Mattie Kahn, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Researchers are also exploring applications in electronics, smart textiles, automotive components and construction, where materials that respond to their surroundings could offer capabilities conventional static components cannot.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of textile
Noun
  • The color palette is said to have been inspired by the lagoon and mixed with inspiration from Venice’s marble facades, plasterwork and architecture through the use of celadon greens, soft blues, terracotta, ochre and powder pink.
    — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The design concept was curated by Moncler’s go-to architecture studio, Gilles & Boissier.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of architecture
Noun
  • Regulatory frameworks need to be built, and so do the supply chains and manufacturing systems.
    — Jordan Blum, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Their forensic multi-scale remote sensing (MSRS) framework combines satellite radar, laser scanning, and ground-penetrating radar to find suspicious areas, investigate them in detail, and probe what may be happening underground.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of framework

Browse Nearby Words

fables
fabric
fabricate
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Fabric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fabric. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

Copy Citation

More from Merriam-Webster on fabric

Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about fabric

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

Listen to the pronunciation of matriculate

See Definitions and Examples »

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

A List of Most Commonly Confused Words

Why do we use apostrophes to show possession?

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

The Longest Long Words List

Stay Woke

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Words of the Week - Sept. 4
See More

Popular

See More

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

The Longest Long Words List

Stay Woke
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
anagrams on a chalk board
Word Builder Quiz Vol. 2 Pick the letter that when added to a word will ma...
See All