Definition of textilenext
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 The factory will create additional capacity within Senegal’s textile value chain, transferring significant raw cotton exports toward domestic spinning, processing and garment production. Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 29 June 2026 Buckius will explore the roles of women in past and future technologies, from textile patents to robot design and artificial intelligence training. Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 29 June 2026 As part of an ongoing excavation in Søften, the team found remnants of the entire textile production chain, from flax processing to thread spinning. Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Layer wall paint and textiles such as curtains, rugs, and bedding in similar tones to enlarge a smaller bedroom. Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for textile
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Noun
  • 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
  • Use lint-free microfiber cloths and avoid paper towels to prevent streaks and lint.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 2 July 2026
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  • 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

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“Textile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/textile. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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