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Fabric

Material made from fibers.

A flexible material made by weaving, knitting, or bonding fibers together. Fabrics are used primarily in clothing, home furnishings, and industrial applications.

Pronunciation

/ˈfæbrɪk/

Etymology

Fabric comes from the Latin 'fabricare,' meaning 'to work or build.'

Explain Like I’m 5

Fabric is what clothes and many other things are made of, like a woven or knitted material made from fibers such as cotton or wool.

Fun Facts

The word 'fabric' comes from the Latin word 'fabulare', meaning to tell a story
Linen is one of the oldest known fabrics, dating back thousands of years
Silk production was a closely guarded secret in China for centuries

FAQ

What is fabric? It's a material made by weaving or knitting fibers together
What are fabrics used for? Clothing, upholstery, and various industrial applications
How is fabric made? From natural or synthetic fibers

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

cloth textile

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

material textile

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

denim silk cotton wool

Meronyms — Parts or Components

fiber thread yarn

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

clothing upholstery carpeting

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