Textile Industry Terms

noun a thick woven fabric used as a floor covering

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• The elegant ballroom was adorned with a luxurious carpet that complemented the chandeliers.
• I spilled wine on the carpet last night and now it won't come out.
• Let's roll up the carpet and get out of here before the cops show up.
• The scandal swept under the carpet for years finally came to light.

adjective having lost or changed in color, often due to age or damage

• The discolored spot on the wall indicated water damage.
• I noticed a discolored patch on the ceiling in the bathroom.
• The discolored stain on the carpet was a real eyesore.
• Her discolored mood reflected the challenging day she had.

noun a person or company that sells cloth and clothes

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• The draper carefully measured the fabric before cutting it.
• I'm going to stop by the draper's shop to pick up some new curtains.
• My friend is a draper and can hook you up with some awesome custom-made clothes.
• The draper of words wove a beautiful tapestry of poetry in his latest work.

noun fabric used for decorative purposes such as curtains or upholstery

• The drapery in the living room adds an elegant touch to the decor.
• I love how the drapery in your bedroom matches the bedding.
• Check out the new drapery I got for the windows, it's so chic.
• The drapery of lies that he weaved eventually unraveled, revealing the truth.

noun the process of removing moisture from something

verb the action of removing moisture from something

• The drying process must be carefully monitored to ensure proper moisture levels are reached.
• I left the laundry out on the line for drying, hopefully it doesn't rain.
• I'm just gonna toss these clothes in the dryer for a quick drying sesh.
• His tears were like a never-ending river, never fully drying up.

noun a very light brown color

adjective of a very light brown color

• The bride wore a stunning ecru gown for her wedding.
• I found a cute ecru top at the thrift store.
• I'm loving the ecru vibes of this room decor.
• Her words were like ecru, soft and soothing to the ears.

noun a loop or coil in a rope

• Mr. Smith asked Hank to review the financial report before the meeting.
• Hey Hank, can you check out this report for me?
• Hank is always down to hang out and grab a bite to eat.
• Hank's dedication to his work is like a tightly wound coil, always ready to spring into action.

noun a type of strong, sweetened, spiced wine, typically served hot

verb to think about carefully; consider

• After much deliberation, the committee decided to mull over the proposal before making a decision.
• Let's mull over the options before choosing which one to go with.
• I need some time to mull things over before I can give you an answer.
• She liked to mull over the memories of her childhood when she was feeling nostalgic.

noun a piece of thick heavy fabric that is used to cover part of a floor

• The rug in the living room perfectly complements the furniture.
• I spilled some wine on the rug, but I managed to clean it up.
• That rug really ties the room together.
• She swept her problems under the rug, hoping they would disappear.

noun the quality of being easily stretched or bent

adjective having the ability to be stretched or bent easily

• The material's tensility allows it to stretch without breaking under pressure.
• I was impressed by the tensility of the fabric; it was so stretchy!
• Whoa, did you see the tensility on that rubber band? It's crazy stretchy!
• Her emotional tensility was evident as she navigated the difficult situation with grace.

noun a fatty substance obtained from the nuts of the shea tree and used in cosmetic skin preparations

• Shea butter is a popular ingredient in many skincare products due to its moisturizing properties.
• I always make sure to use shea butter on my skin to keep it soft and hydrated.
• Shea butter is my go-to for keeping my skin looking on point.
• Her kindness was like shea butter, soothing and comforting to everyone around her.