textiles

Definition of textilesnext
plural of textile
as in fabrics
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) brought back a whole suitcase of beautiful textiles from India

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Recent Examples of textiles The 51-room boutique hotel transformed a 1960s motor lodge into a sanctuary of clay tones, carved viga beams, and textiles woven by local hands. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026 Some worked alone; some with their families, silently scavenging alongside their mother or father for metal, plastic, electronics, paper and textiles to stuff into heavy sacks. CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026 Concrete was the main material used throughout, with black wood accents inspired by Japanese Shou Sugi Ban, art by Costa Rican painter Mael Victory, and lamps and textiles by Latin American artisans. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026 Washing synthetic textiles releases large quantities of these materials into wastewater, which can then easily flow into aquatic ecosystems. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 15 Apr. 2026 The mansion showcases original furnishings, Western artwork, Native American textiles, and artifacts from early Hollywood. Hans Gutknecht, Daily News, 14 Apr. 2026 Natural wicker is more prone to mold or mildew damage, which is why many companies have responded by using durable synthetic textiles (also known as resin wicker) that can withstand all sorts of weather conditions in your backyard, patio, or porch. Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026 The upcoming co-design collection of statement-making textiles — officially launching around mid-April — is designed to create warmth, softness, and vintage charm. Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026 These biocides are added to many common household products, including antibacterial hand soaps, disinfecting wipes, spray cleaners, laundry sanitizers, textiles and personal care products, the researchers noted. Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for textiles
Noun
  • In his telling, the raw materials at the heart of the Cucinelli brand are not merely fine fabrics but art, literature and philosophy.
    Julian Sancton, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Teams commit to sizes, colors, fabrics and quantities months in advance.
    Anita Beveridge-Raffo, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Tip for Cleaning Materials Don't use fabric softener to wash any mops, towels, or cloths.
    Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Leave those wash cloths and hand towels behind.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026

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“Textiles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/textiles. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.

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