plural terries
1
: the loop forming the pile in uncut pile fabrics
2
: an absorbent fabric with such loops
called also terry cloth
Examples of terry in a Sentence
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This Billabong terry cloth sweatshirt is a smart pick for summer flights.
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Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2024
Quilted cotton on the exterior and cotton terry inside create a mitt that is not only comfortable but also protective.
—Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024
Some offerings extend beyond the home with cotton terry gym towels and a beach bag, both accented by the house’s other stripy signature, a tripartite band of red, white and blue.
—Devorah Lev-Tov Kin Woo Ella Riley-Adams Jameson Montgomery Kurt Soller Megan O’Sullivan, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2024
Mens delivers both in its terry collection, crafted from ultra-soft cotton to ensure relaxed fits for the team.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 20 Mar. 2024
It’s designed in a soft blend of cotton and bamboo; the exterior is waffle knit and the interior is terry, which dries me off while also feeling super cozy.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 13 Feb. 2024
The terry fabric is machine washable and dryable for easy cleanup and features the brand’s signature piped edge.
—Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2023
Treat your favorite teenager to some necessary self-care with these terry house slippers, then throw in a few sheet masks for good measure.
—Jake Smith, Glamour, 8 Nov. 2023
But Take Note The terry cloth topper has some texture to it, which may be noticeable to sensitive kids.
—Kelsey Kunik, Parents, 10 Apr. 2024
Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2024
Quilted cotton on the exterior and cotton terry inside create a mitt that is not only comfortable but also protective.
—Jack Byram, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024
Some offerings extend beyond the home with cotton terry gym towels and a beach bag, both accented by the house’s other stripy signature, a tripartite band of red, white and blue.
—Devorah Lev-Tov Kin Woo Ella Riley-Adams Jameson Montgomery Kurt Soller Megan O’Sullivan, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2024
Mens delivers both in its terry collection, crafted from ultra-soft cotton to ensure relaxed fits for the team.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 20 Mar. 2024
It’s designed in a soft blend of cotton and bamboo; the exterior is waffle knit and the interior is terry, which dries me off while also feeling super cozy.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 13 Feb. 2024
The terry fabric is machine washable and dryable for easy cleanup and features the brand’s signature piped edge.
—Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2023
Treat your favorite teenager to some necessary self-care with these terry house slippers, then throw in a few sheet masks for good measure.
—Jake Smith, Glamour, 8 Nov. 2023
But Take Note The terry cloth topper has some texture to it, which may be noticeable to sensitive kids.
—Kelsey Kunik, Parents, 10 Apr. 2024
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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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