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What is another word for Cotton? – 312 Cotton Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    fabric textile material fiber yarn thread cloth linen wool silk polyester nylon rayon spandex hemp jute flax canvas burlap muslin calico gingham tweed velvet lace cottonwood down fleece woolen synthetic blended woven knitted stitched sewn embroidered quilted padded insulated absorbent breathable soft fluffy fuzzy smooth delicate fragile brittle coarse rough durable sturdy resilient flexible elastic strong tough gentle supple pliable malleable moldable shapeable crease-resistant wrinkle-free ironed pressed steamed cleaned washed dried spun carded combed woven knotted braided twisted coiled looped hooked crocheted knitted stitched sewn embroidered.

    Meaning of Cotton

    The primary meaning of the word "cotton" refers to a soft, white, fibrous substance used to make clothing, bedding, and other textiles.

    Definitions

    • A soft, white, fibrous substance used to make clothing, bedding, and other textiles, obtained from the seeds of the cotton plant.
    • A type of fabric or textile made from cotton fibers.
    • A plant with large white flowers and seeds that produce cotton fibers.

    Etymology of Cotton

    The word "cotton" originated from the Old French word "coton", which is derived from the Arabic word "qutn" or "al-qutn", meaning "cotton".
    The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the soft, white, fibrous substance obtained from the seeds of the cotton plant.
    Historically, cotton was a highly valued commodity, with the cotton trade playing a significant role in the economic development of many countries.

    Example Uses

    • The shirt is made of 100% cotton and is very comfortable to wear.
    • Cotton is a popular choice for bedding due to its breathability and softness.
    • The cotton plant is a major crop in many countries, with its fibers used to make a wide range of textiles.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    synthetic artificial man-made polyester nylon silk wool linen hemp jute flax canvas burlap leather suede vinyl plastic rubber metal wood paper cardboard fiberglass carbon fiber kevlar ceramic glass stone concrete asphalt fabric textile material fiber yarn thread cloth fabricate fake imitation replica copy duplicate mock mimic simulate emulate.

    Related Nouns

    textile fabric material fiber yarn thread cloth garment clothing apparel attire dress outfit uniform costume fashion style trend design pattern weave knit stitch seam embroidery quilt patchwork tapestry brocade lace crochet knitting sewing embroidery weaving spinning carding combing dyeing printing finishing treatment processing manufacturing production industry trade commerce market economy agriculture farming cultivation harvesting ginning baling shipping storage distribution retail wholesale consumer customer buyer seller merchant trader manufacturer producer supplier distributor.

    Related Verbs

    spin weave knit sew stitch embroider quilt crochet braid twist coil loop hook crochet knit sew embroider weave spin card comb dye print finish treat process manufacture produce cultivate harvest gin bale ship store distribute retail wholesale buy sell trade exchange import export transport carry convey deliver supply provide offer sell market advertise promote display exhibit show demonstrate explain describe define teach learn study research develop improve enhance expand grow increase augment strengthen reinforce support maintain repair restore replace renew revamp reform reformulate redesign redevelop reengineer.

    Related Adjectives

    soft white fibrous breathable absorbent durable sturdy resilient flexible elastic strong tough gentle supple pliable malleable shapeable crease-resistant wrinkle-free ironed pressed