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lint

noun

ˈlint

Definition of lint

as in fur

a soft airy substance or covering it's important to clean the lint out of the dryer every time you use it

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Recent Examples of lint The lint should be removed from the screen after every load of laundry. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 2 Aug. 2026 Before touching any shaver, vacuum the surface with a soft brush attachment on low suction, then try a lint brush, rubber cleaning gloves or a lint roller with minimal pressure. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026 Microfiber is also often the better choice for effectively trapping dust and polishing surfaces without the risk of leaving behind lint or scratches. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 6 July 2026 The device's stainless steel blades make quick work of lint, fuzz, and pills on everything from clothing to upholstery while its two speeds and three shaving heights help tackle heavier jobs. — Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for lint

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Founding by Adele Fendi and Edoardo Fendi The Fendi brand grew from a small fur and leather goods store and workshop opened by Italian entrepreneur Adele Casagrande in Rome in 1918.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026
Antonio Nowden, a neighbor who lives at the Kelly Road house, said April 1 that the dog in question, a mutt with brown fur and a white spot on its chest, is not his.

— Rafael Escalera Montoto, Arkansas Online, 5 Aug. 2026

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