fabric

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 Steam cleaning fabric surfaces kills dust mites and bacteria. Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025 As for fabric, waterproof canvas and breathable mesh will stand up to the elements and keep you comfortable. Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 12 July 2025 With lumbar support, a footrest, breathable fabric, and nearly a dozen different colors, the GTPlayer gaming chair is nearly 43% off, at $108.99 (in black, other colors vary in discounts). PC Magazine, 11 July 2025 Its stretchy fabric is not see-through and can be tossed into the washing machine on laundry day. Clint Davis, People.com, 1 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fabric
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Noun
  • Paint pots white, drape them in shade cloth in burlap to reduce heat buildup.
    Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
  • Clean frequently used toasters every two to four weeks by emptying and wiping out the crumb tray and cleaning the exterior, including knobs and other controls, with a damp cloth and mild dish soap.
    Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2025
Noun
  • The project helped people in the industry see the potential for constructing larger structures in wood, which can be perceived as being difficult because of the rules around fire risk.
    Lucy Handley, CNBC, 15 July 2025
  • And there’s still no stadium site and no stadium financing structure.
    Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 July 2025
Noun
  • Poiret designed costumes, interiors, and textiles; he was involved in education (through Martine), gastronomy, publishing, art, theater, and entertaining.
    Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 7 July 2025
  • Meanwhile, greenfield project announcements in manufacturing remained stable, in line with an uptick in cross-border activity among supply chain–intensive industries such as electronics, automotive, machinery and textiles.
    Courtney Fingar, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Noun
  • Like other Guess Jeans stores in Berlin and Amsterdam, the Tokyo flagship combines local design aesthetics with Californian craftsmanship and architecture.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 July 2025
  • Global design firm Populous led the architecture and interior design of the redevelopment, streamlining the passenger flow for arrivals and introducing more natural materials and a sense of place.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
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  • But there’s no framework for any kind of parallel discussion about the fears or the safety of Muslim New Yorkers.
    Hanif Abdurraqib, New Yorker, 13 July 2025
  • Advertisement Use a structured approach Leveraging a framework can ease your nerves and improve the effectiveness of your toast.
    Matt Abrahams, Time, 12 July 2025

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“Fabric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fabric. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.

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