Synonyms of cloth

cloth

noun

ˈklȯth 

1

as in fabric

a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon)

cotton canvas was the cloth traditionally used for a ship's sails

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fabric
• textile
• fiber
• yarn
• thread
• rag

2

as in clergy

the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church

he's a member of the cloth, but that doesn't keep him from enjoying a stiff drink every now and then

Synonyms & Similar Words

• clergy
• church
• spirituality
• ministry
• episcopate
• priesthood
• hierarchy
• first estate
• spiritualty
• presbytery
• diaconate
• clerkship
• monkhood

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• laity

Examples of cloth in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The product was designed from Oxford cloth, a fabric that was created to sustain frequent wear and tear and remain sturdy. —Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 2 Oct. 2024

The most heritage-filled and the least luxurious, the 1958 model comes with cloth seats and fewer features; its price starts at $55,950. —Scotty Reiss, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024

For general cleaning, use a clean, damp cloth to softly wipe down the boots using gentle, circular motions. —Christina Pérez, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2024

With vacant eyes and a colorless cloth body, Jenny is the ideal object for emotional projection. —Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 20 Sep. 2024