cloth

noun, often attributive

\ ˈklȯth

plural cloths\ˈklȯt͟hz,

ˈklȯths

Definition of cloth

1a : a pliable material made usually by weaving, felting, or knitting natural or synthetic fibers and filaments terry cloth a linen cloth

b : a similar material (as of glass) Woven glass cloth produces a strong laminate.

2 : a piece of cloth adapted for a particular purpose especially : tablecloth

3a : a distinctive dress of a profession or calling

b : the dress of the clergy also : clergy had respect for the cloth

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Synonyms & Antonyms for cloth

Synonyms

church, clergy, ministry, spirituality, spiritualty

Antonyms

laity

Examples of cloth in a Sentence

The dress is made out of a beautiful silk cloth. Wipe the surface with a clean dry cloth. He has great respect for the cloth.

Recent Examples on the Web

The coffins covered in green cloth were lined up at a memorial center and new burial pits were dug at the massive graveyard that already holds 6,575 victims found previously. — Washington Post, "Bosnian Muslims to bury 35 Srebrenica massacre victims," 11 July 2018 For the viewing Wednesday, fans placed flowers and mementos on tables draped in black cloth. — Brett Clarkson, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Tears and tributes as XXXTentacion's fans turn out at the BB&T Center for his viewing," 27 June 2018 Toward the end of the video, an officer can be seen using a white cloth to cover Johnson’s eyes before officers pick him up by his arms and feet and carry him away into an elevator. — Breanna Edwards, The Root, "All Charges Dropped Against Mesa, Ariz., Man Who Was Brutally Beaten by Cops," 15 June 2018 Just use a damp cloth to wipe away product build-up when the tool is cool and unplugged. — Jessica Cruel, SELF, "12 Common Curling Iron Mistakes and How to Stop Making Them," 8 June 2018 Also, know that using a Swiffer-style cloth on the floor or employing any wet-style cleaning approach is always a safer alternative to traditional sweeping. — Dr. Patty Khuly, miamiherald, "Allergic to your furry friends? Here are tips to help manage pet allergies," 31 May 2018 Start with Vinegar Using a spray bottle filled with vinegar, spray and wipe down the stainless steel surface using a clean cloth. — Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, "How to Clean Stainless Steel," 13 Mar. 2018 How to Nail It: Use a cloth, piece of leather, or some duct tape to protect the faucet if using pliers on chrome surfaces. — The Editors Of House Beautiful, House Beautiful, "How to Fix a Clogged Sink and Leaky Faucet," 11 Feb. 2015 The reflective red hat contrasted with two drapes, one also reflective but mixed with blue, the other with a pattern that fractured in the folds of the cloth. — Aaron Gilbreath, Longreads, "Old In Art School," 20 June 2018

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