textile

noun

tex·​tile ˈtek-ˌstī(-ə)l  ˈteks-tᵊl 

1

: cloth sense 1a

especially : a woven or knit cloth

2

: a fiber, filament, or yarn used in making cloth

Synonyms of textile

• cloth
• fabric

Examples of textile in a Sentence

They import fine silk textiles from China.

brought back a whole suitcase of beautiful textiles from India

Recent Examples on the Web

Gainesville, Georgia designer Grace Brackman of Maggie Griffin Design says textiles are one of the easiest ways to lean into grandma decor, whether through floral window treatments or by using the same fabric across draperies, a headboard, and a bedskirt. —Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 7 Mar. 2026

Linens and Upholstered Items If it can't be thoroughly washed or deep cleaned, textiles don’t come home with me. —Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 7 Mar. 2026

The likes of Interview editor-in-chief Mel Ottenberg and German photographer Wolfgang Tillmans have been spotted perusing the fair’s textiles, tableware, lighting, scents, ceramics, and furniture from independent designers, architects, heritage brands, family-run companies, and galleries. —Katherine McGrath, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2026

Ciara tries to sabotage by giving Jane literal scraps of fabric, meaning Jane has to create a textile for her dress from scratch. —Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin, from neuter of textilis woven, from texere

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for textile

• argyle
• awhile
• beguile
• compile
• condyle
• defile
• erstwhile
• exile
• freestyle
• gentile
• hairstyle
• lifestyle

Kids Definition

textile

noun

tex·​tile ˈtek-ˌstīl 

ˈteks-tᵊl

: cloth sense 1

especially : a woven or knit cloth