Word: Fibre

Pronunciation

/ˈfaɪbər/

Definitions

• Noun: A fine, threadlike strand, especially one composing a vegetable tissue, mineral substance, or textile material. Example: “Cotton is made from plant fibres.”
  • Noun (biology): The structural tissue in plants and animals that provides strength and support. Example: “A diet rich in fibre helps maintain digestive health.”
  • Noun (figurative): Moral or emotional strength and determination; resilience. Example: “The experience toughened his moral fibre.”

Phrases

• “Fibre optics”: A technology using glass or plastic fibres to transmit data as light signals over long distances.
• “Dietary fibre”: Components of plant foods that cannot be fully broken down by human digestive enzymes but contribute to healthy digestion.
• “High-fibre food”: Food that is rich in dietary fibre, such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.

Example Sentences

• Noun (material): “Scientists developed a new method to strengthen synthetic fibres for use in aerospace applications.”
• Noun (biology): “The muscle fibres in her legs were well-defined after months of training.”
• Noun (figurative): “Her refusal to give up under pressure revealed her strong character fibre.”

Synonyms

• Fiber (US English)
• Strand
• Thread
• Filament
• Toughness (in the figurative sense)
• Resilience (in the figurative sense)