American English pronunciation
How to pronounce fabrics
IPA transcription: ['fæbɹɪks]
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Noun
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artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
“the fabric in the curtains was light and semitransparent”
“woven cloth originated in Mesopotamia around 5000 BC”
“she measured off enough material for a dress”
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the underlying structure
“providing a factual framework for future research”
“it is part of the fabric of society”
Usage examples
- Thus differences in lithology, grain size, and preexisting fabrics determine a different rheological response.
- Major industries include textile fabrics, construction, food, beverages, and furniture.
- Instead he spent his time designing fabrics and wallpaper.
- These fabrics require the addition of extra yarns, called stuffer yarns.
- The Silver Studio sold designs for fabrics and wallpapers to a number of manufacturers.
- Manufacturers began to use lighter and more breathable fabrics.
- Invisible darning is appropriate for extremely expensive fabrics and items of apparel.
- The main fabrics were silk and hemp, and later cotton.
- Uncoated fabrics provide the next level of heat insulation and light absorption.
- Fabrics are often manufactured with a brushed or napped finish to resemble suede leather.