Synonyms of cloths

cloths

noun

plural of cloth

1

as in fabrics

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

• fabrics
• textiles
• fibers
• threads
• rags
• yarns

2

as in clergies

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

• clergies
• churches
• spiritualities
• ministries
• spiritualties
• hierarchies
• episcopates
• first estates
• priesthoods
• presbyteries
• diaconates
• clerkships
• monkhoods

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• laities

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cloths

Use lint-free microfiber cloths and avoid paper towels to prevent streaks and lint. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 2 July 2026

Find shade, rest, and use cool, damp cloths to lower your body temperature. — Brian Bossak, The Conversation, 1 July 2026

There were bloodied cloths and sheets near the slide. — Brandon Truitt, CBS News, 26 June 2026

As laundry professional Melia Long explains, cotton, fleece, and other garments that shed lint can damage your cleaning cloths. — Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 26 June 2026

Apply cold wet cloths to the neck, armpits and groin, the highest blood-flow areas, to accelerate cooling. — Allison Palmer updated June 25, Sacbee.com, 25 June 2026

Apply cold wet cloths to your neck, armpits and groin, where blood flow is highest, and keep sipping cool water. — Allison Palmer updated June 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 June 2026

Ciechorska recommends doing a 60-second pass each morning over the sink, faucet, and counter and keeping a small stack of microfiber cloths under the sink and a spray bottle of all-purpose cleaner to do this. — Sheila Kim, The Spruce, 22 June 2026

Some parents now keep key items — bottles, burp cloths, diapers, a warmer, and soft lighting — closer to the crib or bassinet so more of the feeding routine can happen in one calm, predictable space. — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 18 June 2026