called also terry cloth
Examples of terry in a Sentence
Kayla Blanton, Peoplemag, 15 Nov. 2023
Made with 100% cotton, these plush terry towels offer plenty of absorbency without slacking on comfort.
—Lauren Wellbank, Woman's Day, 17 Aug. 2023
The lightweight terry cloth on these towels is great for wiping and drying off dishes, pots, pans, or countertops.
—Maya Polton, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2023
Look for fleece options to keep you cozy along with more midweight French terry for a light layer.
—Casey Clark, Peoplemag, 12 Sep. 2023
This collection can definitely be considered loungewear as there is even a blue terry cloth striped robe.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 5 Sep. 2023
Made of French terry, they are designed to be worn in the studio or on the street.
—Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 9 Aug. 2023
One side felt soft and slightly plush, while the other side offered more of a terry cloth feel.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2023
Then slipped into a puke pink terry cloth robe with a bedazzled HM over the [heart].
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 28 Aug. 2023
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Word History
perhaps modification of French tiré, past participle of tirer to draw
1784, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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“Terry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/terry. Accessed 7 Dec. 2023.
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called also terry cloth
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