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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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.

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The standard interior is vegan, which is good news to both vegans and people who simply think cloth seats are more interesting than leather. — Ezra Dyer, Popular Mechanics, "The Polestar 2 Is the First Car to Directly Challenge the Tesla Model 3," 27 Feb. 2019 For quickly dusting blinds, Forte recommends going over both sides with a microfiber duster or opening the slats and going over each one with a damp cloth and followed by a dry one. — Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, "The Best Way to Clean Windows, According to Our Cleaning Lab," 22 Feb. 2019 Ideally, wipe your flatware down with a soft cloth after washing. — Elle Decor Editors, ELLE Decor, "Everything You Need to Know About Caring for Tabletop Accessories," 11 Feb. 2019 Meanwhile, comparatively speaking, LeBron James is driving a 2001 Pontiac Sunfire with cloth seats, one missing floor mat, hand-crank windows and a broken clock (see J.R. Smith) . — Mike Bianchi, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Advice to Magic fans: Ignore media and put trust in Jeff Weltman during NBA Draft," 8 June 2018 The first four trims have standard cloth seats, while the Sport and Limited have leather. — Emma Jayne Williams, star-telegram, "Hyundai’s Elantra compact sedan returns for 2018 with prices from $16,950-$22,100 | Fort Worth Star-Telegram," 31 Mar. 2018 Updates to the standard features on the previously existing SE model include heated cloth seats, roof rails, and a perimeter alarm. — Car and Driver, "2018 Ford Escape," 23 Mar. 2018 Red cloth for the Marine Corps on the final inspection perch before it is shipped. — Ruth Simon, WSJ, "Weaving Magic Unravels in Woolrich, Pa.," 21 Dec. 2018 Around the corner, Tia and a handful of young volunteers unrolled drop-cloths on the sidewalk beneath the mural. — Crocker Stephenson, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Better Angels: Tia Richardson's newest mural is one neighborhood's vision of better things to come," 5 July 2018

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