Definition

Noun: - A fiber derived from plants or animals. It is a raw material obtained from natural sources, as opposed to being synthetically manufactured.

Usage

• The term "natural fiber" is used to categorize and describe materials based on their biological origin. It is commonly used in contexts such as textiles, manufacturing, and sustainable materials.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Cotton is a popular natural fiber used in clothing.
  • The carpet was woven from natural fibers like wool and jute.
  • Consumers are increasingly seeking products made from natural fibers.

Advanced Usage

• "to be made of natural fiber": to be constructed from materials of plant or animal origin.
  • This shirt is made of natural fiber, so it's very breathable.

Variants and Related Words

• Natural fibre (noun): The British English spelling variant.
• Plant fiber (noun): A specific type of natural fiber derived exclusively from plants (e.g., flax, hemp).
• Animal fiber (noun): A specific type of natural fiber derived from animals (e.g., silk, alpaca wool).
• Synthetic fiber (noun): The antonym; a fiber created through chemical processes (e.g., polyester, nylon).

Synonyms

• Biological fiber
• Organic fiber (when referring to fibers produced without synthetic chemicals)

Antonyms

• Man-made fiber
• Synthetic fiber
• Artificial fiber

Noun

1. fiber derived from plants or animals