fabric

fab·ric

noun \ˈfa-brik\

Definition of FABRIC

1

a : structure, building

b : underlying structure : framework <the fabric of society>

2

: an act of constructing : erection; specifically : the construction and maintenance of a church building

3

a : structural plan or style of construction

b : texture, quality —used chiefly of textiles

c : the arrangement of physical components (as of soil) in relation to each other

4

a : cloth 1a

b : a material that resembles cloth

5

: the appearance or pattern produced by the shapes and arrangement of the crystal grains in a rock

Examples of FABRIC

1. The curtains are made of expensive fabric.
2. scarves made of woven fabrics
3. the fabric of the community

Origin of FABRIC

Middle French fabrique, from Latin fabrica workshop, structure

First Known Use: 15th century

Related to FABRIC

Synonyms

cloth, textile

Related Words

fiber, thread, yarn; rag

Other Textiles Terms

batt, bias, brocade, duck, flock, lawn, toile