lints

Definition of lintsnext
plural of lint
as in furs
a soft airy substance or covering it's important to clean the lint out of the dryer every time you use it

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Noun
  • Beautifully made hats, faux furs, and winter knits are stylish perennials in the cold-weather wardrobes of chic Italian women.
    Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Design-wise, expect an old-world aesthetic with animal furs, antlers and candlelight.
    Bloomberg, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Ebern Designs Slim Laundry Hamper With Lid This sleek hamper looks far better than a traditional plastic basket, and the lid keeps piles of clothes out of sight when guests are over.
    Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Instead of dumping piles alongside traffic areas, distribute it evenly or spread it over garden beds where it can be more easily absorbed.
    Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Their relationship hasn't been without bumps — the pair briefly split in 2015 — but the couple has managed to weather the ups and downs.
    Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
  • The Eagles converted two fourth downs on the possession.
    Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Lints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lints. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.

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