cotton fiber
Definition
- Noun:
- Soft silky fibers from cotton plants in their raw state: "Cotton fiber" refers to the natural, unprocessed, seed-hair fiber obtained from plants of the genus Gossypium. It is characterized by its softness, silkiness, and fluffy texture before being cleaned and spun into yarn.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The quality of the fabric depends on the length and strength of the cotton fiber.
- Before processing, the cotton fiber is separated from the seeds in a gin.
- This region is known for producing a particularly fine and long cotton fiber.
Advanced Usage
- "In its raw state": This phrase is often used to describe cotton fiber before it has been cleaned, combed, or otherwise processed for textile manufacturing.
- The bales contained cotton fiber in its raw state, ready for shipment to the mill.
Variants and Related Words
- Cotton (n): The more general term for the plant, the fiber, or the textile made from it.
- She prefers clothes made of cotton.
- Lint (n): Shorter, fuzzy cotton fibers, often removed during processing.
- Staple (n): Refers to the average length of a cotton fiber, a key quality indicator (e.g., long-staple cotton).
Synonyms
- Cotton wool (chiefly British): Especially when referring to raw, fluffy cotton fiber used for medical or cosmetic purposes.
- Raw cotton: Emphasizes the unprocessed state.
Related Phrases
- Cotton fiber content: A phrase used on garment labels to indicate the percentage of cotton fiber in a fabric blend.
- The shirt has a 60% cotton fiber content.
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soft silky fibers from cotton plants in their raw state
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