Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of textile
"The region's economy relies heavily on its strong textiles, which produce high-quality fabrics for global markets."
The industry involved in the manufacture of cloth.
In plain English: Textiles are fabrics made from woven, knitted, or felted fibers that you use to make clothes and other things.
"The museum display featured ancient textiles made from cotton and silk."
Usage: Textiles refers to fabrics or woven materials themselves, rather than the manufacturing process which is described by the textile industry. Use this term when discussing clothing fibers like cotton and wool instead of specific garments such as shirts or dresses.