fibers

plural of fiber
as in threads
a thin, flexible structure that resembles a hair the fibers found on the victim's body came from a carpet in the suspect's home

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Recent Examples of fibers Material World is a weekly roundup of innovations and ideas within the materials sector, covering news from emerging biomaterials and alternative leathers to sustainable substitutes and future-proof fibers. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 4 Sep. 2025 Made of Tencel Lyocell fibers, this blanket leaves a pretty immediate cooling sensation. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025 Franjou employed a wrapping technique, which involved enveloping raw linen fibers with a finer thread — sometimes repeating the gesture a hundred times until the fiber is completely set. Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025 Lumenisity will produce the fibers, a start-up spun out of Southampton. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025 It is made from natural coir fibers to trap dirt and add a festive touch to your entryway. May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025 The brand adds that tangle-free technology reduces the amount of hair and fibers that wrap around the brush. Maggie Horton, People.com, 29 Aug. 2025 The brand achieves that light, delicate, and drapey feeling by using spacer fabric, which is made up of multiple layers of fibers, giving the AirEssentials collection its unique 3D-like airiness and unmatched breathability. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 28 Aug. 2025 Aging venison in a cool (approximately 32 to 40 degrees), dry place for several days can help break down muscle fibers and tenderize the meat. Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fibers
Noun
  • There were plenty of loose threads for supporters to pull at from the interview, though.
    Beren Cross, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
  • The mid-level Z2 matches the Z1 Extreme in cores, threads, cache, graphics cores, and even maximum power draw, so expect more drastic performance differences with the Z2 Extreme.
    Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • This mini projector is built for anyone who wants big-screen viewing without the hassle of wires or bulky equipment.
    Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 2 Sep. 2025
  • While the driver most likely wouldn't have survived without the men's help, the official warns that approaching downed wires is dangerous.
    Sam Gillette, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The recent radio data uncovered delicate filaments aligned with magnetic fields, likely created as the pulsar wind smashes into leftover material from the stellar explosion.
    Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 25 Aug. 2025

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“Fibers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fibers. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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