| 单词 | cloth |
| 释义 | cloth (klɒθ , US klɔːθ ) Word forms: cloths 1. variable noun B2 Cloth is fabric which is made by weaving or knitting a substance such as cotton, wool, silk, or nylon. Cloth is used especially for making clothes. She began cleaning the wound with a piece of cloth. Synonyms: fabric, material, textiles, dry goods 2. countable noun B2 A cloth is a piece of cloth which you use for a particular purpose, such as cleaning something or covering something. Clean the surface with a damp cloth. ...a tray covered with a cloth. 3. singular noun The cloth is sometimes used to refer to Christian priests and ministers. I've got as much respect for the cloth as the next man. ...a man of the cloth. Idioms: made of whole cloth [US] completely untrue and not based on fact There are those who say that story was made of whole cloth. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers have cloth ears [British] to be unable to pay attention to or understand something properly The audience had been sitting there for two hours with cloth ears. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers cut your coat according to your cloth [mainly British] to make plans and decisions that are based on what you have and not what you would like It is up to organizations which were supported by the taxpayer to cut their coats according to the cloth available. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers cut from the same cloth [mainly British] very similar in character, attitudes or behaviour London critics are all cut from the same cloth: they are white, male, middle-aged, middle-class and university-educated. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers Collocations: clean cloth Dry carefully with a clean cloth. Times, Sunday Times (2014) Finally, cover the burn with a clean, dry cloth. The Sun (2014) Wipe with a clean, damp cloth and hang up to dry away from direct heat. Times, Sunday Times (2007) The stretchy cloth mask, with holes for eyes, nose and mouth, emerges from the packet all slippery, but fits on to the contours of the face with ease. Times, Sunday Times One such event occurs on his fifth birthday when he refused to wear the cloth mask to the dinner table. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 One study found that cloth masks might actually be worse than no masks, potentially because they could retain moisture and not filter particles properly. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Studies show that, especially in the case of cloth masks, inhaled air often tends to flow around the sides. Times,Sunday Times The pollution alert has been triggered by particles so small that they can pass through paper or cloth masks, meaning these are probably a waste of time. Times, Sunday Times Originally a cloth merchant, he began to collect then unfashionable 18th-century art and furniture. Times, Sunday Times The cloth merchant purchased the wool and provided it to the weaver, who sold his produce back to the merchant. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 A cloth merchant might additionally have owned a number of draper's shops. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Baker was a cloth merchant. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 He worked as a cloth merchant. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 They also have a plate, a set of cutlery, a cloth napkin, a canvas bag, and a prayer book. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Eating lunch with cloth napkins and good glassware are several straight-backed old ladies. Times, Sunday Times Cloth napkins are a lovely touch too. Times,Sunday Times She broke out the red and green cloth napkins. Times, Sunday Times Don't get nervous, we're hardly talking sit-down dinner with cloth napkins. Houston Chronicle Rub down any damaged areas with a coarse cloth and sandpaper before applying two or three fresh coats of outdoor paint. Times, Sunday Times It was the seat of the largest weaving colony in the province, and manufactured both coarse cloth and fine muslin. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 At present the manufacture of paper has ceased, but the weaving of coarse cloth still gives employment to more than 100 looms. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Only the agricultural and rural masses with their need for coarse cloth sustained the low quality home industry. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 One of them, called a circular hackle or lapper, was generally adopted wherever hemp was spun for coarse cloth. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 A luxurious cleanser, this gel formula transforms into oil when rubbed onto the face, then the cotton cloth exfoliates. Times, Sunday Times This 100 per cent organic cotton cloth gently exfoliates your skin as you cleanse. The Sun Using a cotton cloth, wash with warm water plus a drop of washing-up liquid. The Sun In the early 1900s the town produced more cotton cloth than any other in the world. Times, Sunday Times Wash the dirt off with warm water plus a drop of washing-up liquid using a cotton cloth, then dry with the microfibre cloth. Times, Sunday Times Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to remove them. The Sun (2015) Wipe it with a damp cloth and dry with soft kitchen roll. Times, Sunday Times (2006) Then cover the tray again with a damp cloth. Times, Sunday Times (2013) Set aside, covered with a damp cloth in the fridge if you are doing this in advance. Times, Sunday Times (2016) Place the dough in a large, lightly greased bowl and cover with a clean, damp cloth. Times, Sunday Times (2016) Wipe off, then buff with a dry cloth. Times, Sunday Times (2018) Remove excess wax with a dry cloth and buff to shine. Times, Sunday Times (2007) Apply sparingly and buff with a clean, dry cloth. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Tip into a dry cloth and rub to remove skins. Times, Sunday Times (2012) Between times, dust with a soft dry cloth. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Line another bowl with a piece of muslin or fine cloth large enough to hang over the sides. Times, Sunday Times He wears one of those tailored suits of exquisite, fine cloth that seems to melt around his frame. Times, Sunday Times They also had fine cloth and knew to wash their hands in the lake before eating. Times, Sunday Times Mercers were formerly merchants or traders who dealt in cloth, typically fine cloth that was not produced locally. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The prince asked her when they could marry, she agreed to a date, and he brought her fine cloth to make her wedding gown. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Screwdriver or pliers may be needed (if you do need to use pliers, use a heavy cloth or some duct tape to protect the tap). Times, Sunday Times He took advantage of this mobilization to secure a contract with the state for his mill to supply heavy cloth to the militia. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The colonists also used wool, cotton and flax (linen) for weaving, though hemp could be made into serviceable canvas and heavy cloth. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The main markets are the mattress and upholstery trade, carpet and heavy cloth trade. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 They dress in heavy cloth robes, and have covered their heads with strips of cloth to hold a breath mask and eye protection on. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 So there we all are in our place in the sun, at the long table with its old linen cloth from the brocante market. Times, Sunday Times Some people use cotton or linen cloth to separate the affected skin surfaces. The Sun The team used the same 55 count linen cloth as backing and crewel wool for the pictures as the original embroiderers. Times, Sunday Times Unfortunately they were made of fustian (a cloth of cotton and flax) and buckram (a linen cloth) and have therefore not survived. Times, Sunday Times Sitting at a table with a stiff linen cloth, we were brought scallops with peppercorn gnocchi, cauliflower purée and orange jus (light, fresh and with a citrus kick) as starters. Times, Sunday Times It comes with a microfibre cloth and antistatic cleaning spray to shift the mould and cut through any dust, dirt and fingerprints. Times, Sunday Times Spray on and wipe with a damp microfibre cloth. The Sun To clean, turn off your device, dampen a microfibre cloth with soap and water and lightly wipe the screen. Times,Sunday Times I give one a microfibre cloth and the other organic spray, and they start cleaning together. The Sun Then, using a microfibre cloth, apply a small amount of window cleaner to the stain and scrub in a circular motion. The Sun The Panasonic Super 8 camcorder lay, still attached to its tripod, on a piece of cloth on the bank. AFTERMATH (2001) Put on a tight fitting pair of swimming goggles and soak a long piece of cloth in cider vinegar or lemon juice. Times, Sunday Times (2012) They gained entry easily because there was only a piece of cloth in place of a door. The Sun (2011) If they are going to be charged an exorbitant price for a piece of cloth shaped into a tea dress, then why not take advantage? Times, Sunday Times (2007) It was a tiny leather wallet containing a piece of cloth that had touched the saint's bones. Seminary Boy (2006) Using a soft cloth or sponge, clean the walls with sugar soap or warm water and washing-up liquid. Times, Sunday Times (2014) For the oak: wipe with a mild solution of soapflakes, then dry with a soft cloth. Times, Sunday Times (2009) Spray on to a soft cloth, wipe away the grime and buff to a shine. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Wrap in a soft cloth to keep warm. Times, Sunday Times (2006) Rub the skins over the leather of your shoes, then buff using a soft cloth. The Sun (2013) The water power generated was used to mill grain, weave cloth, tan leather and manufacture paper. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Some wove cloth while others had roles as shoemakers, embroiderers, bakers and washerwomen. The Sun However, it at least seems to have been a cohesive enough community for the village dwellers to come together in the winter months to weave cloth. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The community spin thread and weave cloth. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 By the late 1970s, no other similarly woven cloths had been recovered from that period. The Times Literary Supplement Slap it on, then scrub it off with a hot, wet cloth. Times, Sunday Times Cover with a wet cloth and the two will react to clean the drain naturally. The Sun Mix and knead into a large ball, then cover with a wet cloth and prove for at least three hours in a warm place. Times, Sunday Times Cover with a wet cloth or tea towel and leave in a warm place until it has doubled in size (2-3 hours). Times, Sunday Times But closer inspection reveals that almost every surface can be wiped clean with a wet cloth. Times,Sunday Times She would then be seen carrying a pail covered with a woollen cloth to the camp boiler. Times, Sunday Times Sixteenth-century labourers were meant to wear russet - a coarse woollen cloth. The Times Literary Supplement The hooked thorns on the flowerheads of one cultivated kind of teasel were formerly used for combing woollen cloth and raising a nap on it. Times, Sunday Times Tenters were originally large wooden frames which were used as far back as the 14th century in the process of making woollen cloth. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Woollen cloth making was an important local industry in the medieval period. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Translations: Chinese: 布, 抹布 Japanese: 布地, ふきん |
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