fabrics

noun

plural of fabric
1
as in textiles
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) a fabric that is supposed to repel rain while at the same time allowing the wearer's perspiration to escape

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2
as in architectures
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form you can't expect the fabric of society to survive if you do away with all moral imperatives

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Recent Examples of fabrics Sunlight naturally sanitizes and refreshes fabrics; reusable cleaning rags reduce waste and can replace paper towels. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2026 The colder weather lends itself to layers upon layers of heavier, thicker fabrics. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 28 Sep. 2026 That extends the life of clothing, especially bright colors, delicate fibers and fabrics containing spandex or elastane. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2026 His investigation recovered deadstock fabrics, here juxtaposed, assembled and elevated to match his signature glitzy aesthetics hinged on crystals, sequins and embroideries. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 Choose a warm, dry spot with good airflow, and always follow care labels to protect delicate fabrics. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 26 Sep. 2026 In the 16th century, a dress was also a small fortune made up of fabrics, embroidery, and precious metals. — Filippo Iarocci, Vanity Fair, 19 Sep. 2026 Nineteenth-century-style rooms have printed fabrics on the walls. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026 Use gentle cycles, cold water, and air drying to protect fabrics and maintain softness. — Sheila Kim, The Spruce, 18 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fabrics
  1. textiles
  2. architectures
  3. cloths
  4. frameworks
  5. structures
Noun
  • Laundry can be complicated, as many factors come into play when cleaning and caring for textiles.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Huvis won for its work on chemically recycling polyester from automotive textiles.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of textiles
Noun
  • Older architectures can make every new connection more complicated.
    — James Fratzke, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Furthermore, researchers are also investigating whether different device architectures and process techniques can compensate for limitations in lithography.
    — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of architectures
Noun
  • Set your iron to its lowest setting—no steam—and place the stained area between two paper towels or lint-free cloths.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Clorox wipes, microfiber cloths, and a cleaning spray are under bathroom sinks in the basement and third floor, under the kitchen sink on the first floor, and in the laundry closet on the second floor.
    — Jenny Hughes, The Spruce, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of cloths
Noun
  • If the current American government, within international legal frameworks, wishes to reach an agreement, fine.
    — Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Aerospace has long relied on rigorous certification processes for the software and manufacturing methods used to build aircraft, while the pharmaceutical industry has developed frameworks for validating computational models used in drug development.
    — Francesco Iorio, Forbes.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of frameworks
Noun
  • At crucial junctures over the centuries, parallel concepts of order, displays of power, and reflections of economic structures have manifested in both dance and police work.
    — Sophie Landres, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The playground is less playground, more sprawling treehouse, complete with climbing structures, waterslides, and two toddler-friendly pools.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of structures

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“Fabrics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fabrics. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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