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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The event is divided across two Atlanta Expo buildings: Both the North and South buildings showcase a mix of high- and low-end antiques, vintage silverware, artisan textiles, and fine jewelry.
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Sara Bliss, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2025
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—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 1 Apr. 2025
The watch is completed with a white calfskin strap with textile embossing and red hand stitching and a grade-5 titanium butterfly folding clasp.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2025
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Sara Bliss, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2025
As one of Asia’s leading fashion events, Fashion InStyle 2025 will bring together nearly 400 international exhibitors from the apparel and fashion sectors, featuring textiles, fashion technology, sustainable solutions, seasonal apparel, accessories and industry partners.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 1 Apr. 2025
The watch is completed with a white calfskin strap with textile embossing and red hand stitching and a grade-5 titanium butterfly folding clasp.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
In 2003, Kannapolis was decimated when textile giant Pillowtex, formerly the Cannon Mills Company, abruptly closed.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2025
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“Textile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/textile. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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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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