fabric Definition
fab·ric (fab′rik)
noun
- anything constructed or made of parts put together; structure; building
- the framework or basic structure of anything
- the style or plan of construction
- a material made from fibers or threads by weaving, knitting, felting, etc., as any cloth, felt, lace, or the like
- the texture of such material
- Brit. the construction and upkeep of a church building
Etymology: MFr fabrique < L fabrica, a workshop, trade, product, fabric < faber, a workman < IE base *dhabh-, to fit together > OE (ge)dæfte, fit
fabric Synonyms
fabric
n.
fabric Usage Examples
Preposition: of
space-time: Two alien races, the Shi and the Key, emerge from a great tear in the fabric of space-time.
Converse of object
- weave: The 20th century screen is a more sophisticated form of this web, made of finely woven fabric stretched over a frame.
- knit: Product features: Deep latex layer High individual spring count Advanced knitted stretch fabric Finest natural layers of filling Top of the range.
- furnish: He achieved great success designing furnishing fabrics, and designs for the theater.
Adjective modifier
- breathable: Made from soft, breathable cotton fabric, these sporty briefs have high cut.. .
- quick-drying: These stuffed Tub Toys are made from a soft, quick-drying terry fabric and come with removable life vests.
- durable: Made of durable nylon oxford fabrics, the pack has adjustable shoulder straps.
- colorful: In true Groovy Girls fashion, each bag is draped in faux fur and trimmed with bold animal prints and colorful fabrics.
- soft: The socks were of a plain, soft fabric, white in color with black toes.
- luxurious: Product: Tetrad ' Toledo ' ' Toledo ' is a stunning combination of fine hide and a luxurious soft fabric.
Modifies a noun
- softener: During the fabric manufacture process a substance similar to fabric softener is used to enable the fabric to run smoothly through the looms.
- conditioner: If you use fabric conditioner, try to use products that are free from colors and perfumes.
- swatch: A large number of sketches, designs and fabric swatches have now been donated to the bfi.
- protector: Supplied with a fabric protector cap to protect the guides for storage and travel and with a cloth rod bag.
Noun used with modifier
- ultra-soft: The Whoozit ® character, available in two sizes, has been redesigned with ultra-soft velour fabrics that little hands will love to hold.
- velour: Franz Ferdinand's ' soft ' elements included rich russet velour fabric.
- terry: Diaper Nation No Fold Terry White terry fabric, finished with colored trim.
- oxford: Made of durable nylon oxford fabrics, the pack has adjustable shoulder straps.
- nylon: Made of durable nylon oxford fabrics, the pack has adjustable shoulder straps.
- polyester: These traditional style pull on pants are made from soft and durable breathable polyurethane laminate and polyester fabric.
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