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

Finnish labels frequently work through atelier practices, limited releases and surplus materials, while traditional textile skills continue to influence designers experimenting with knitting, print and surface design. — Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

This regulation, already in force since July 2025, will be progressively applied to all product categories, including textiles and fashion, steel, batteries, detergents, cosmetics, tires, solar panels, etc. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 29 July 2026

Picking two or three anchor colors and repeating them in textiles, art, rugs, or accent pieces creates visual continuity across the room. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026

The show, will bring together work by over forty artists working across a multitude of different disciplines, including textiles, installation, video, painting and sculpture. — News Desk, Artforum, 27 July 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