Cloth

Definition

Cloth is a noun that refers to a flexible material made by weaving, knitting, or felting fibers. It is used primarily for making clothes, upholstery, and other textile-based products.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /klɔθ/
• Respelling: KLAWTH

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /klɒθ/
• Respelling: KLOTH

Etymology

The word "cloth" originates from the Old English "clāth," meaning "a piece of fabric or garment," which is related to the Old High German "kleid" (garment) and "kled" in Dutch. The term has long referred to textile material used in making garments or furnishings.

Derivatives

• Clothe (verb)
• Clothing (noun)
• Clothier (noun)
• Clad (adjective)
• Clothbound (adjective)

Synonyms

• Fabric
• Textile
• Material

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "cloth" is widely used to refer to various kinds of fabric and is essential in clothing, upholstery, and industrial applications. For example, "The tailor used fine cloth for the suit," or "She wiped the table with a damp cloth."

Related Terms

• Fabric: Material, especially one made by weaving or knitting fibers, used to make clothes, upholstery, etc.
• Textile: A type of cloth or woven fabric.
• Garment: An article of clothing made from cloth.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A material made by weaving, knitting, or felting fibers: Refers to textile material, often used for making clothes and household items.
  • Example: "The tailor used a fine piece of cloth for the dress."
• A piece of fabric used for cleaning or covering surfaces: Refers to cloths used for purposes like cleaning or wiping.
  • Example: "She wiped the glass with a soft cloth."