terry cloth meaning

UK /ˈtɛri klɒθ/ US /ˈtɛri klɔθ/ 3 syllables

terry cloth (noun): a pile fabric (usually cotton) with uncut loops on both sides; used to make bath towels and bath robes.

Definition of terry cloth

  1. a pile fabric (usually cotton) with uncut loops on both sides; used to make bath towels and bath robes

    Synonyms: terry, terrycloth

    Type of: fabric, toweling

How to pronounce terry cloth

terry cloth is pronounced /ˈtɛri klɒθ/ in British English and /ˈtɛri klɔθ/ in American English. It has 3 syllables.

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