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fabric vs textile
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| fabricnoun/ˈfæb.rɪk/ | Meaning cloth used for making clothes, curtains and similar things | Goes with cotton fabric | Example The tailor in Hoi An let me choose the fabric for my suit. |
| textilenoun/ˈtek.staɪl/ | Meaning cloth or fabric made by weaving or knitting, especially when it is made in large amounts | Goes with textile industry | Example She works in a textile factory near the port. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Cotton is cool and easy to wash.