noun

terry

terry, terry cloth

This bathrobe is made of soft terry.

This bathrobe is made of soft terry.

((a piece of)) terry a type of fabric with uncut loops This bathrobe is made of soft terry.

Synonyms: fleece, flannel (types of fabric)

From French 'tirer' (to pull), referring to the pulled loops of thread in the fabric.

Think of a 'terry' towel. The fabric's name is the same as the common name Terry.

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