terry

noun ter·ry \ ˈter-ē , ˈte-rē \

Definition of terry

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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All accommodations feature flat-screen HD TVs, personal device charging stations, an iPod docking station, twice-daily maid service, daily turn-down service, plush terry robes and 24-hour room service.

— susan b. barnes, USA TODAY, "Photo tour: Denver’s Brown Palace Hotel and Spa at 125," 10 Aug. 2017
My look incorporates three different techniques with a wool-blend, laminated wool for the coat, and 100 percent merino wool and french terry for the sleeveless sweatshirt.

— faith cummings, Teen Vogue, "2017 Woolmark Prize Winners Zaid Affas and Christopher Bevans Talk Breaking Into the Fashion Industry," 3 Aug. 2017
At the spa, Joan is greeted with a very comfy terry cloth robe, slippers and her own locker.

— lynn hammer, star-telegram, "Girls getaway," 28 July 2017
Choose between nautical blue prints, boatneck dresses, and French terry tops with raglan sleeves and notched collars (plus, pockets!).

— kristin auble, CNT, "How to Shop for Sun Protective Clothing This Summer," 25 July 2017
The plentiful white terry-cloth towels and cozy robes were appreciated, and the hotel management said the shower problem has been resolved.

— sara lieberman, New York Times, "A Maltese Hotel with Baroque Design and Mediterranean Flair," 22 July 2017
Silk or terry-cloth robe Terry-cloth, from Hill House Home.

— vanity fair, Vanities, "Jewelry Designer Jennifer Fisher Is a Porcelain Teacup Collector with a Dog Named After Vodka," 20 July 2017
Silk or terry-cloth robe Terry-cloth, from Hill House Home.

— vanityfair.com, "Jewelry Designer Jennifer Fisher Is a Porcelain Teacup Collector with a Dog Named After Vodka," 20 July 2017
These $11 extra long bibs have a soft terry top and are waterproof.

— chris morris, Fortune, "Here’s the Crappiest Stuff on Sale For Amazon Prime Day," 11 July 2017

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Origin and Etymology of terry

perhaps modification of French tiré, past participle of tirer to draw

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