twill

noun

ˈtwil 

1

: a fabric with a twill weave

2

: a textile weave in which the filling threads pass over one and under two or more warp threads to give an appearance of diagonal lines

Examples of twill in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The mill delivers fresh iterations of core of denim in Modern Icon, a capsule with refined constructions, clear twill lines, rich indigo depths and premium hand feel. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 17 July 2026

Haaland wore a silk twill ensemble in shades of white and ivory composed of a double-breasted blazer and a pair of straight-leg pants. — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

Check out Italian leather bags, a chic summer dress, and twill work pants, from $35. — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 5 July 2026

Meanwhile, the inside is lined with sturdy organic cotton twill, which withstands wear and tear. — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English twyll, twylle, from Old English twilic having a double thread, partial translation of Latin bilic-, bilix, from bi- + licium thread

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing twill

• cavalry twill

Rhymes for twill

• bill
• brill
• chill
• drill
• fil
• fill
• frill
• gill
• grill
• grille
• jill
• kill

Kids Definition

twill

1 of 2 noun

ˈtwil

: a way of weaving cloth that produces a pattern of diagonal lines

twill

2 of 2 verb

: to make (cloth) with a twill weave