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swatch definition

swatch (swäc̸h)

noun

  1. a sample piece of cloth or other material
  2. a small amount or number in a cluster, bunch, or patch

Etymology: orig., a cloth tally < ?

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swatch Synonyms

swatch

n.

sample, pattern, fragment; see example 1.


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swatch Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • fabric: It may also be worth taking a swatch of fabric from the wedding dress to the florist.

Converse of object

  • send: There are however a few fabrics which are unsuitable, either send a swatch or contact for further advice.

Adjective modifier

  • free: Free fabric swatches Check the color, feel the fabric.

Modifies a noun

  • palette: The swatch palette is a collection of single colors which you can easily apply to any object.

Noun used with modifier

  • fabric: Includes a mosaic builder where you can play with your shopping basket fabric swatches online.
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