fibre

Definition

  • n. a slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn
  • n. any of several elongated, threadlike cells (especially a muscle fiber or a nerve fiber)
  • n. the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions
  • n. a leatherlike material made by compressing layers of paper or cloth

Word forms

Plural
fibres

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The sweater is made of wool fibre, making it warm and comfortable to wear.

  2. 化

    Researchers are studying the properties of natural fibre to create more sustainable materials.