Pronunciation

/tɛkˈstɪl/

Definitions

Noun

A textile is a flexible material made from natural or synthetic fibers, such as cotton, wool, silk, or polyester, that is often woven, knitted, or otherwise processed into fabrics for clothing, home furnishings, and other uses.

Verb

To textile (as in “textile production”) refers to the process of making textiles, including weaving, knitting, or spinning fibers into fabric.

Adjective

Textile can also be used as an adjective to describe materials or products related to textiles, such as a textile design or a textile industry.

Phrases

• “Working with textiles” describes the activity of creating or dealing with fabrics.
• “A textile artist” is someone who specializes in creating art using textiles.
• “Textile industry” encompasses the businesses involved in producing and selling textiles.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The museum exhibit showcased a variety of ancient textiles from different cultures.”
• Verb: “The factory employs thousands of workers in the textile production process.”
• Adjective: “The designer created a stunning textile collection for the upcoming fashion show.”

Synonyms

• Cloth
• Fabric
• Yarn
• Weave
• Woven goods
• Textile materials
• Textile products

Note: The verb form “textile” is not commonly used as a standalone action, but rather as part of the industry context or when discussing the manufacturing process. If you want to express greeting or addressing someone, you would use “say hello” or other synonyms mentioned earlier.