textiles
Pronunciation: [ˈtɛkstaɪlz]
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Context: "fashion industry"
(noun) materials that are made from fibers and used to make clothes, curtains, and other items. Textiles can be made from natural things like cotton or wool and from man-made stuff like polyester.
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The store sells a variety of textiles, including beautiful silk and colorful cotton.
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They don't carry any textiles that are made from real animal fibers.
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What types of textiles do you like to use for sewing?
Context: "manufacturing"
(noun) the industry that involves making fabrics and products from those fabrics. This includes all the processes of creating everything from yarn to finished clothing.
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The textiles industry has been a major part of the economy for many years.
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The textiles industry has not been as strong without new innovations.
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How does the textiles industry impact local jobs?
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