textile
noun
tex·tile
ˈtek-ˌstī(-ə)l 
ˈteks-tᵊl
ˈteks-tᵊl
1
: cloth sense 1a
especially
: a woven or knit cloth
2
: a fiber, filament, or yarn used in making cloth
Examples of textile in a Sentence
They import fine silk textiles from China.
brought back a whole suitcase of beautiful textiles from India
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India’s textile industry is progressing towards global competitiveness, with significant growth.
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Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 9 Dec. 2024
The city’s connection to Parisian fashion, along with its strong textile and embroidery traditions, contributed to its rise as a fashion destination.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
Due to the delicate nature of textiles, these special items can’t be on display year-round, but Kloppe says the holidays presented an ideal opportunity.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2024
An award-winning author and artist who broke down barriers for Black female artists and became famous for her richly colored and detailed quilts combining painting, textiles and storytelling.
—Ryan Hogg, Fortune, 3 Dec. 2024
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Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 9 Dec. 2024
The city’s connection to Parisian fashion, along with its strong textile and embroidery traditions, contributed to its rise as a fashion destination.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
Due to the delicate nature of textiles, these special items can’t be on display year-round, but Kloppe says the holidays presented an ideal opportunity.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2024
An award-winning author and artist who broke down barriers for Black female artists and became famous for her richly colored and detailed quilts combining painting, textiles and storytelling.
—Ryan Hogg, Fortune, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Textile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/textile. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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textile
noun
tex·tile
ˈtek-ˌstīl
ˈteks-tᵊl
: cloth sense 1
especially
: a woven or knit cloth
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