单词	fiber
释义	fiber noun fi·​ber ˈfī-bər  1 : a thread or a structure or object resembling a thread: such as a(1) : a slender root (as of a grass) (2) : an elongated tapering thick-walled plant cell void at maturity that imparts elasticity, flexibility, and tensile strength b(1) : a strand of nerve tissue : axon, dendrite (2) : one of the filaments composing most of the intercellular matrix of connective tissue (3) : one of the elongated contractile cells of muscle tissue c : a slender and greatly elongated natural or synthetic filament (as of wool, cotton, asbestos, gold, glass, or rayon) typically capable of being spun into yarn d : mostly indigestible material in food (such as legumes, whole grains, and vegetables) that stimulates the intestine to peristalsis and promotes elimination of waste from the large intestine : bulk, roughage dietary fiber trying to get more fiber in her diet 2 : material made of fibers especially : vulcanized fiber 3 a : an element that gives texture or substance b : basic toughness : strength, fortitude c : essential structure or character the very fiber of a person's being fibered ˈfī-bərd  adjective Synonyms backbone constancy fortitude grit grittiness guts intestinal fortitude pluck spunk See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences It's important to get enough fiber in your diet. What foods do you recommend as good sources of fiber? foods that are high in fiber The fabric is made from a mix of synthetic fibers. The natural fibers allow the fabric to breathe. The paper is made from both cotton and wood fiber. Nylon is a very strong man-made fiber. The police examined hair and bits of fiber found in the victim's car. See More Recent Examples on the Web This is pretty convenient for companies that sell clothes, since polyester is also the cheapest fiber available. Rachel Donald, The New Republic, 17 Sep. 2022 Lexie has more than 15 years of experience in the textiles industry and a degree in fiber science from Cornell University. Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 16 Sep. 2022 This fast capitalist world of using hair as a new fiber removes the identity of it. CNN, 16 Sep. 2022 Television broadcast operations must arrive a couple of days before a game to set up fiber optic systems, stringing cables rather than just plugging into the building. Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 14 Sep. 2022 Patients are almost always sedated during the procedure that only lasts 30 minutes, and preparation for a colonoscopy can be the most daunting, with a low fiber diet leading up and no solid foods taken in the day before, according to Harvard Health. Scott Gleeson, USA TODAY, 14 Sep. 2022 Later renamed Starlink, the mission was to provide high-quality internet bandwidth in the area where a fiber connection is unfeasible. Mihir Tripathy, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Sep. 2022 The carbon-fiber/composite layup from the main deck up helps keep center of gravity low. Kevin Koenig, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2022 This mascara is equipped with a fiber mascara that sculpts lashes to hold a curl without the annoying clumps or globs. Daisy Maldonado, SELF, 13 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle French fibre, from Latin fibra First Known Use 1607, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing fiber bast fiber acrylic fiber fiber-optic elastic fiber carbon fiber inter-fiber glass fiber fiber optics nerve fiber modacrylic fiber optical fiber Purkinje fiber with every fiber of one's being vulcanized fiber See More bast fiber acrylic fiber fiber-optic elastic fiber carbon fiber inter-fiber glass fiber fiber optics nerve fiber modacrylic fiber optical fiber Purkinje fiber with every fiber of one's being vulcanized fiber See More Kids Definition fiber noun fi·​ber ˈfī-bər  1 : a thread or a structure or object resembling a thread 2 : plant material that cannot be digested Medical Definition fiber noun fi·​ber variants or chiefly British fibre ˈfī-bər  1 : a thread or a threadlike structure or object: as a : a strand of nerve tissue : axon, dendrite b : one of the filaments composing most of the intercellular matrix of connective tissue c : one of the elongated contractile cells of muscle tissue 2 : mostly indigestible material in food that stimulates the intestine to peristalsis called also bulk, dietary fiber, roughage fiber noun 1 as in backbone the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship a person of lesser fiber would not have spoken out against such an injustice Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance backbone courage grit stamina fortitude courageousness endurance nerve spunk intestinal fortitude determination pluck grittiness guts bravery constancy resolution nerve valor tolerance brass stoutness resoluteness purposefulness gallantry doughtiness daring spirit heart mettle sufferance fearlessness forbearance gall dauntlessness nerviness intrepidness greatheartedness intrepidity audacity boldness chutzpah cheek effrontery hardihood temerity hutzpa hutzpah chutzpa Antonyms & Near Antonyms vacillation indecisiveness irresolution spinelessness irresoluteness timidity cowardice pusillanimity timorousness cowardliness faintheartedness cravenness dastardliness See More 2 as in wire a thin, flexible structure that resembles a hair the fibers found on the victim's body came from a carpet in the suspect's home Synonyms & Similar Words wire filament thread hair yarn bristle microfiber cord tuft rope string fuzz
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