Definition of cloth in English:

cloth

nounPlural cloths klɒθklɔθ

1mass noun Woven or felted fabric made from wool, cotton, or a similar fibre.
a broad piece of pleated cloth
as modifier a cloth bag
Example sentencesExamples
- Now the floor was carpeted, with a long woven length of cloth that was blood red.
- Handwoven cotton cloth is sewn into wraps for women and tunics for men, as well as into blankets.
- Downstairs were the looms and the spinning wheels, the floor covered in scraps of cloth and piles of wool.
- A closer examination revealed layers of cloth, meticulously woven together to catch the eye.
- With a staff of 18, the factory works round the clock, turning out around 10,000 metres of wool cloth a week.
- When woollen cloth was woven on a handloom the nap had to be combed in order to raise it.
- The men also raised cotton and wove it into cloth, robes, blankets, and textiles.
- The jacket is manufactured from wool and has khaki cloth patches on the elbows.
- The other main form of visual art is silk and cotton woven cloth with elaborate and subtle patterns and colors.
- And over his shoulder were draped strips of various types of cloth and fabric.
- The shops of the artisans, the merchants, and especially weavers of cotton cloth are very numerous.
- English wool and cloth were exported for profit, and French wine imported for pleasure.
- Raw flax and wool was spun into yarn, this was then dyed or bleached, woven into cloth and then cut and sewn into the garments their families needed.
- The Englishman proceeds to pull out two cloth bank bags, seemingly full of money.
- Silk fabrics were not, like cotton cloth, the normal wear of the labouring classes.
- The lungi is a piece of cotton cloth, usually checkered, that is wrapped around the waist.
- They weave cotton into strips of cloth, which are then sewn together, forming a length of fabric.
- In modern times, cotton cloth has come to replace cowskins as a means of draping the body.
- Every young girl was supposed to be able to weave cloth and do elaborate embroidery.
- Villagers then filtered out the sediment by pouring the water through tightly woven cloth.
- She lifted the velvet cloth and the fabric slipped between her fingers, brushing against her bare fingers.
Synonyms
fabric, material, textile, stuff
textiles, dry goods, soft goods
1. 1.1count noun A piece of cloth for cleaning or covering something, e.g. a dishcloth or a tablecloth.
  wipe clean with a damp cloth
  Example sentencesExamples
  Invert a large saucepan over the saucepan, lightly rub with oil, and wipe clean with a cloth.
  Oh, and she told me I don't have to bother buying cloths for cleaning the toilet anymore…
  Holding a damp cloth in one hand she gently cleaned the injured man's wounds.
  Keep a clean cloth handy to wipe off any drips or overspray that may get onto the tracks.
  Wipe the apples with a clean cloth and push a wooden stick through the base of each.
  Wipe down brass with this cloth and then buff it dry with a soft, cotton cloth.
  To stop the bleeding, press firmly but gently on the cut with a clean cloth, tissue, or piece of gauze.
  Beside him there was a gleaming glass and the white cloth he'd been cleaning it with.
  The young woman took a clean cloth from a small pile of linen and dipped it into the grimy water.
  Gradually, the women faded away as they left for lunch, and Elizabeth set up her and Jack's own meal on a red gingham cloth.
  She directed me to a wicker chair placed in front of a round bamboo table covered by a red velvet cloth.
  The nurse took a wet cloth and began to clean the blood from around his leg.
  Apply thinly, in a circular motion, and polish dry at once with a clean cloth.
  She moved to a sitting position, stretching her aching back and neck, before wiping her sweaty face with a damp cloth.
  To use, apply a small amount to your wood furniture with a soft cotton cloth and rub it in gently.
  Tweed cushioning lines the seats and the tables are covered with starched white cloths.
  As each loaf comes out of the oven, wrap it in a clean cloth or towel to keep it soft until the baking process is complete.
  Use separate cloths and buckets when cleaning the floor.
  If there is any dust on the fan blades, carefully clean it using a slightly damp cloth and cotton wool ear buds.
  I went to the kitchen and poured warm water on a clean cloth.
  Synonyms
  rag, dishcloth, floorcloth, wipe, sponge, duster
  flannel, facecloth
  towel, paper towel, tea towel, tea cloth
  tablecloth
  North American washcloth, washrag
  Australian washer
  UK trademark J-cloth
2the clothThe clergy; the clerical profession.
has he given up all ideas of the cloth?
Example sentencesExamples
- At one time in my life, I respected a man of the cloth, but now I've seen the light.
- A man of the cloth commands respect. It is assumed that a man of god is somehow better than the rest of us.
- That figures of the cloth have been associated with prosecutorial misconduct and the passions of the mob is one of this case's many ironies.
Synonyms
the clergy, the church, the priesthood, the ministry, the first estate
clergymen, clerics, priests, ecclesiastics

Origin

Old English clāth, related to Dutch kleed and German Kleid, of unknown ultimate origin.

Rhymes

broth, froth, Goth, moth, Roth, wrath

Definition of cloth in US English:

cloth

nounklɔθklôTH

1Woven or felted fabric made from wool, cotton, or a similar fiber.
as modifier a cloth bag
shelves covered with bright red cloth
Example sentencesExamples
- English wool and cloth were exported for profit, and French wine imported for pleasure.
- The lungi is a piece of cotton cloth, usually checkered, that is wrapped around the waist.
- Villagers then filtered out the sediment by pouring the water through tightly woven cloth.
- A closer examination revealed layers of cloth, meticulously woven together to catch the eye.
- They weave cotton into strips of cloth, which are then sewn together, forming a length of fabric.
- In modern times, cotton cloth has come to replace cowskins as a means of draping the body.
- Raw flax and wool was spun into yarn, this was then dyed or bleached, woven into cloth and then cut and sewn into the garments their families needed.
- And over his shoulder were draped strips of various types of cloth and fabric.
- Now the floor was carpeted, with a long woven length of cloth that was blood red.
- Every young girl was supposed to be able to weave cloth and do elaborate embroidery.
- The Englishman proceeds to pull out two cloth bank bags, seemingly full of money.
- Silk fabrics were not, like cotton cloth, the normal wear of the labouring classes.
- Handwoven cotton cloth is sewn into wraps for women and tunics for men, as well as into blankets.
- The shops of the artisans, the merchants, and especially weavers of cotton cloth are very numerous.
- She lifted the velvet cloth and the fabric slipped between her fingers, brushing against her bare fingers.
- The jacket is manufactured from wool and has khaki cloth patches on the elbows.
- Downstairs were the looms and the spinning wheels, the floor covered in scraps of cloth and piles of wool.
- The other main form of visual art is silk and cotton woven cloth with elaborate and subtle patterns and colors.
- With a staff of 18, the factory works round the clock, turning out around 10,000 metres of wool cloth a week.
- When woollen cloth was woven on a handloom the nap had to be combed in order to raise it.
- The men also raised cotton and wove it into cloth, robes, blankets, and textiles.
Synonyms
fabric, material, textile, stuff
1. 1.1 A piece of cloth for a particular purpose, such as a dishcloth or a tablecloth.
  wipe clean with a damp cloth
  Example sentencesExamples
  Invert a large saucepan over the saucepan, lightly rub with oil, and wipe clean with a cloth.
  Use separate cloths and buckets when cleaning the floor.
  The young woman took a clean cloth from a small pile of linen and dipped it into the grimy water.
  She moved to a sitting position, stretching her aching back and neck, before wiping her sweaty face with a damp cloth.
  Gradually, the women faded away as they left for lunch, and Elizabeth set up her and Jack's own meal on a red gingham cloth.
  She directed me to a wicker chair placed in front of a round bamboo table covered by a red velvet cloth.
  To stop the bleeding, press firmly but gently on the cut with a clean cloth, tissue, or piece of gauze.
  Beside him there was a gleaming glass and the white cloth he'd been cleaning it with.
  Holding a damp cloth in one hand she gently cleaned the injured man's wounds.
  Keep a clean cloth handy to wipe off any drips or overspray that may get onto the tracks.
  I went to the kitchen and poured warm water on a clean cloth.
  Wipe the apples with a clean cloth and push a wooden stick through the base of each.
  If there is any dust on the fan blades, carefully clean it using a slightly damp cloth and cotton wool ear buds.
  As each loaf comes out of the oven, wrap it in a clean cloth or towel to keep it soft until the baking process is complete.
  The nurse took a wet cloth and began to clean the blood from around his leg.
  Apply thinly, in a circular motion, and polish dry at once with a clean cloth.
  Oh, and she told me I don't have to bother buying cloths for cleaning the toilet anymore…
  Tweed cushioning lines the seats and the tables are covered with starched white cloths.
  To use, apply a small amount to your wood furniture with a soft cotton cloth and rub it in gently.
  Wipe down brass with this cloth and then buff it dry with a soft, cotton cloth.
  Synonyms
  rag, dishcloth, floorcloth, wipe, sponge, duster
2the clothThe clergy; the clerical profession.
a man of the cloth
Example sentencesExamples
- At one time in my life, I respected a man of the cloth, but now I've seen the light.
- A man of the cloth commands respect. It is assumed that a man of god is somehow better than the rest of us.
- That figures of the cloth have been associated with prosecutorial misconduct and the passions of the mob is one of this case's many ironies.
Synonyms
the clergy, the church, the priesthood, the ministry, the first estate

Origin

Old English clāth, related to Dutch kleed and German Kleid, of unknown ultimate origin.

单词	cloth
释义	Definition of cloth in English: cloth nounPlural cloths klɒθklɔθ 1mass noun Woven or felted fabric made from wool, cotton, or a similar fibre. a broad piece of pleated cloth as modifier a cloth bag Example sentencesExamples Now the floor was carpeted, with a long woven length of cloth that was blood red. Handwoven cotton cloth is sewn into wraps for women and tunics for men, as well as into blankets. Downstairs were the looms and the spinning wheels, the floor covered in scraps of cloth and piles of wool. A closer examination revealed layers of cloth, meticulously woven together to catch the eye. With a staff of 18, the factory works round the clock, turning out around 10,000 metres of wool cloth a week. When woollen cloth was woven on a handloom the nap had to be combed in order to raise it. The men also raised cotton and wove it into cloth, robes, blankets, and textiles. The jacket is manufactured from wool and has khaki cloth patches on the elbows. The other main form of visual art is silk and cotton woven cloth with elaborate and subtle patterns and colors. And over his shoulder were draped strips of various types of cloth and fabric. The shops of the artisans, the merchants, and especially weavers of cotton cloth are very numerous. English wool and cloth were exported for profit, and French wine imported for pleasure. Raw flax and wool was spun into yarn, this was then dyed or bleached, woven into cloth and then cut and sewn into the garments their families needed. The Englishman proceeds to pull out two cloth bank bags, seemingly full of money. Silk fabrics were not, like cotton cloth, the normal wear of the labouring classes. The lungi is a piece of cotton cloth, usually checkered, that is wrapped around the waist. They weave cotton into strips of cloth, which are then sewn together, forming a length of fabric. In modern times, cotton cloth has come to replace cowskins as a means of draping the body. Every young girl was supposed to be able to weave cloth and do elaborate embroidery. Villagers then filtered out the sediment by pouring the water through tightly woven cloth. She lifted the velvet cloth and the fabric slipped between her fingers, brushing against her bare fingers. Synonyms fabric, material, textile, stuff textiles, dry goods, soft goods 1.1count noun A piece of cloth for cleaning or covering something, e.g. a dishcloth or a tablecloth. wipe clean with a damp cloth Example sentencesExamples Invert a large saucepan over the saucepan, lightly rub with oil, and wipe clean with a cloth. Oh, and she told me I don't have to bother buying cloths for cleaning the toilet anymore… Holding a damp cloth in one hand she gently cleaned the injured man's wounds. Keep a clean cloth handy to wipe off any drips or overspray that may get onto the tracks. Wipe the apples with a clean cloth and push a wooden stick through the base of each. Wipe down brass with this cloth and then buff it dry with a soft, cotton cloth. To stop the bleeding, press firmly but gently on the cut with a clean cloth, tissue, or piece of gauze. Beside him there was a gleaming glass and the white cloth he'd been cleaning it with. The young woman took a clean cloth from a small pile of linen and dipped it into the grimy water. Gradually, the women faded away as they left for lunch, and Elizabeth set up her and Jack's own meal on a red gingham cloth. She directed me to a wicker chair placed in front of a round bamboo table covered by a red velvet cloth. The nurse took a wet cloth and began to clean the blood from around his leg. Apply thinly, in a circular motion, and polish dry at once with a clean cloth. She moved to a sitting position, stretching her aching back and neck, before wiping her sweaty face with a damp cloth. To use, apply a small amount to your wood furniture with a soft cotton cloth and rub it in gently. Tweed cushioning lines the seats and the tables are covered with starched white cloths. As each loaf comes out of the oven, wrap it in a clean cloth or towel to keep it soft until the baking process is complete. Use separate cloths and buckets when cleaning the floor. If there is any dust on the fan blades, carefully clean it using a slightly damp cloth and cotton wool ear buds. I went to the kitchen and poured warm water on a clean cloth. Synonyms rag, dishcloth, floorcloth, wipe, sponge, duster flannel, facecloth towel, paper towel, tea towel, tea cloth tablecloth North American washcloth, washrag Australian washer UK trademark J-cloth 2the clothThe clergy; the clerical profession. has he given up all ideas of the cloth? Example sentencesExamples At one time in my life, I respected a man of the cloth, but now I've seen the light. A man of the cloth commands respect. It is assumed that a man of god is somehow better than the rest of us. That figures of the cloth have been associated with prosecutorial misconduct and the passions of the mob is one of this case's many ironies. Synonyms the clergy, the church, the priesthood, the ministry, the first estate clergymen, clerics, priests, ecclesiastics Origin Old English clāth, related to Dutch kleed and German Kleid, of unknown ultimate origin. Rhymes broth, froth, Goth, moth, Roth, wrath Definition of cloth in US English: cloth nounklɔθklôTH 1Woven or felted fabric made from wool, cotton, or a similar fiber. as modifier a cloth bag shelves covered with bright red cloth Example sentencesExamples English wool and cloth were exported for profit, and French wine imported for pleasure. The lungi is a piece of cotton cloth, usually checkered, that is wrapped around the waist. Villagers then filtered out the sediment by pouring the water through tightly woven cloth. A closer examination revealed layers of cloth, meticulously woven together to catch the eye. They weave cotton into strips of cloth, which are then sewn together, forming a length of fabric. In modern times, cotton cloth has come to replace cowskins as a means of draping the body. Raw flax and wool was spun into yarn, this was then dyed or bleached, woven into cloth and then cut and sewn into the garments their families needed. And over his shoulder were draped strips of various types of cloth and fabric. Now the floor was carpeted, with a long woven length of cloth that was blood red. Every young girl was supposed to be able to weave cloth and do elaborate embroidery. The Englishman proceeds to pull out two cloth bank bags, seemingly full of money. Silk fabrics were not, like cotton cloth, the normal wear of the labouring classes. Handwoven cotton cloth is sewn into wraps for women and tunics for men, as well as into blankets. The shops of the artisans, the merchants, and especially weavers of cotton cloth are very numerous. She lifted the velvet cloth and the fabric slipped between her fingers, brushing against her bare fingers. The jacket is manufactured from wool and has khaki cloth patches on the elbows. Downstairs were the looms and the spinning wheels, the floor covered in scraps of cloth and piles of wool. The other main form of visual art is silk and cotton woven cloth with elaborate and subtle patterns and colors. With a staff of 18, the factory works round the clock, turning out around 10,000 metres of wool cloth a week. When woollen cloth was woven on a handloom the nap had to be combed in order to raise it. The men also raised cotton and wove it into cloth, robes, blankets, and textiles. Synonyms fabric, material, textile, stuff 1.1 A piece of cloth for a particular purpose, such as a dishcloth or a tablecloth. wipe clean with a damp cloth Example sentencesExamples Invert a large saucepan over the saucepan, lightly rub with oil, and wipe clean with a cloth. Use separate cloths and buckets when cleaning the floor. The young woman took a clean cloth from a small pile of linen and dipped it into the grimy water. She moved to a sitting position, stretching her aching back and neck, before wiping her sweaty face with a damp cloth. Gradually, the women faded away as they left for lunch, and Elizabeth set up her and Jack's own meal on a red gingham cloth. She directed me to a wicker chair placed in front of a round bamboo table covered by a red velvet cloth. To stop the bleeding, press firmly but gently on the cut with a clean cloth, tissue, or piece of gauze. Beside him there was a gleaming glass and the white cloth he'd been cleaning it with. Holding a damp cloth in one hand she gently cleaned the injured man's wounds. Keep a clean cloth handy to wipe off any drips or overspray that may get onto the tracks. I went to the kitchen and poured warm water on a clean cloth. Wipe the apples with a clean cloth and push a wooden stick through the base of each. If there is any dust on the fan blades, carefully clean it using a slightly damp cloth and cotton wool ear buds. As each loaf comes out of the oven, wrap it in a clean cloth or towel to keep it soft until the baking process is complete. The nurse took a wet cloth and began to clean the blood from around his leg. Apply thinly, in a circular motion, and polish dry at once with a clean cloth. Oh, and she told me I don't have to bother buying cloths for cleaning the toilet anymore… Tweed cushioning lines the seats and the tables are covered with starched white cloths. To use, apply a small amount to your wood furniture with a soft cotton cloth and rub it in gently. Wipe down brass with this cloth and then buff it dry with a soft, cotton cloth. Synonyms rag, dishcloth, floorcloth, wipe, sponge, duster 2the clothThe clergy; the clerical profession. a man of the cloth Example sentencesExamples At one time in my life, I respected a man of the cloth, but now I've seen the light. A man of the cloth commands respect. It is assumed that a man of god is somehow better than the rest of us. That figures of the cloth have been associated with prosecutorial misconduct and the passions of the mob is one of this case's many ironies. Synonyms the clergy, the church, the priesthood, the ministry, the first estate Origin Old English clāth, related to Dutch kleed and German Kleid, of unknown ultimate origin.
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