cloths

noun

plural of cloth
1
as in fabrics
a woven or knitted material (as of cotton or nylon) cotton canvas was the cloth traditionally used for a ship's sails

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2
as in clergies
the group ordained to perform clerical functions in the Christian church he's a member of the cloth, but that doesn't keep him from enjoying a stiff drink every now and then

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Recent Examples of cloths Microfiber cloths, scrub brushes, storage caddies, gloves and specialty cleaning tools all fit that pattern and typically cost far more at big-box retailers or grocery chains. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026 When in doubt, opt for microfiber cloths, soft sponges, or non-abrasive scrubs. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 20 Aug. 2026 Microfiber cloths are another inexpensive staple McGowen recommends keeping on hand. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 19 Aug. 2026 This place did have a sanitizer bucket for wiping cloths, but had it at a soupy, goopy 400 parts per million. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026 That means my greasy microfiber cloths do get washed with my cotton drying towels, along with oven mitts, linen napkins, and the seat pads for my counter stools (my kids somehow manage to trash them every week). — Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 Aug. 2026 These cloths are also soft enough not to scratch your pots and pans, but sturdy enough to hold up to daily wiping, drying, and mopping. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 28 July 2026 Though costly, this mistake taught Aziz’s team always to use fresh cloths and to avoid using the wrong cleaning tools on scratch-prone surfaces. — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 15 July 2026
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  1. fabrics
  2. churches
  3. textiles
Noun
  • Tiny fibers fight the sun Most passive cooling fabrics are white since lighter surfaces have a higher albedo.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Mills can use feedback from brands to refine the fabrics that are resonating with consumers, while brands and garment makers can continuously improve product development based on real-time collaboration.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of fabrics
Noun
  • A lot of churches don’t have the financial means to pay talented and efficient musicians — especially keyboard players — to work with their choirs.
    — Bea L. Hines, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026
  • In South Carolina and Utah, recent outbreaks have been linked to low vaccination rates among conservative religious groups that are not connected with Mennonite churches.
    — Kathryn H. Jacobsen, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of churches
Noun
  • The team believes that the breakthrough could pave the way for textiles that can beat the extreme heat without relying on white materials.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Santa Fe also offers endless shopping and right next door is Shiprock which is a good starting point, with their remarkable selection of native ceramics, jewelry, and textiles.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of textiles

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“Cloths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cloths. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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