plural terries
1
: the loop forming the pile in uncut pile fabrics
2
: an absorbent fabric with such loops
called also terry cloth
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The outer layer—natural cotton terry—provides structure and breathability.
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 28 Aug. 2025
At one point, when the Dorf merges with another colony, candles, musical instruments, and dolls are added to the list of verboten items; Ruth’s mother replaces her doll with a knot of terry cloth in the middle of the night.
—Hillary Kelly, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2025
The Core Collection is made from 100% organic cotton and brushed terry and comes already washed for a cozy feel and worn-in aesthetic.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 12 Aug. 2025
Kenny Flowers’ terry cloth cabana shorts need to be part of your partner’s suitcase.
—Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 28 Aug. 2025
At one point, when the Dorf merges with another colony, candles, musical instruments, and dolls are added to the list of verboten items; Ruth’s mother replaces her doll with a knot of terry cloth in the middle of the night.
—Hillary Kelly, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2025
The Core Collection is made from 100% organic cotton and brushed terry and comes already washed for a cozy feel and worn-in aesthetic.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 12 Aug. 2025
Kenny Flowers’ terry cloth cabana shorts need to be part of your partner’s suitcase.
—Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for terry
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“Terry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/terry. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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terry
noun
ter·ry
ˈter-ē 
plural terries
: an absorbent fabric with an even surface of uncut loops
called also terry cloth
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