Textiles And Fabrics

6 words in this vocabulary list

adjective describing something that is soft, light, and airy in texture

  • The fluffy white clouds floated gracefully across the sky.
  • I love cuddling with my fluffy blanket on the couch.
  • That puppy is so fluffy, I just want to squeeze it!
  • Her words were as light and fluffy as a cloud, lacking substance.

noun a large area of flat land with few trees

adjective not decorated or elaborate; simple or basic

adverb clearly or simply

  • The architect designed a plain and simple building for the office complex.
  • I prefer my coffee plain, just black with no sugar or cream.
  • She's just a plain Jane, nothing special about her.
  • His explanation was so plain and clear that even a child could understand it.

verb past tense of the verb rib, which means to mark or mold with ribs or ridges

adjective having raised bands or ridges

  • The ribbed texture of the fabric provides added durability.
  • I love wearing ribbed sweaters in the winter.
  • These ribbed condoms are supposed to enhance pleasure.
  • His voice was ribbed with emotion as he recounted the story.

noun a loose outer garment, especially one worn as a sign of office or authority

  • She wore a luxurious silk robe to the gala event.
  • I like to lounge around the house in my cozy robe.
  • Check out that fancy robe she's sporting!
  • The forest was draped in a robe of mist in the early morning.

tat

noun a colloquial term for rubbish or junk

verb to do decorative needlework or create decorative patterns

  • The intricate design of the traditional tat on her arm was a symbol of her cultural heritage.
  • I heard she got a new tat on her back, it looks pretty cool.
  • Check out his sick tat, it's so badass.
  • His words were like a tat on her heart, leaving a lasting impression.

noun a long, loose-fitting outer robe with full sleeves, worn in North Africa

  • The traditional attire worn by Moroccan men is called a djellaba.
  • I bought a colorful djellaba during my trip to Marrakech.
  • Check out my new djellaba, it's so comfy!
  • The djellaba of tradition and heritage is passed down through generations in Morocco.