plural terries
1
: the loop forming the pile in uncut pile fabrics
2
: an absorbent fabric with such loops
called also terry cloth
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Fleece and Terry Cloth Robes: Fleece and terry cloth robes should not be laundered with liquid fabric softener or dryer sheets.
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2025
That includes classic bomber jackets, select activewear styles, twill chinos and a French terry program consisting of a full zip, crew, sweatshirt and jogger.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
Their spongy insides and soft, terry outsides create a nice, thick lather to get your little ones squeaky clean.
—Ashleigh Morley, Parents, 1 Nov. 2024
With luxe-looking fabrics like French terry and scuba knit promoting sweatshirts and joggers to daywear status, loungewear has never looked more luxe and polished.
—Miles Walls, People.com, 27 Oct. 2024
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2025
That includes classic bomber jackets, select activewear styles, twill chinos and a French terry program consisting of a full zip, crew, sweatshirt and jogger.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
Their spongy insides and soft, terry outsides create a nice, thick lather to get your little ones squeaky clean.
—Ashleigh Morley, Parents, 1 Nov. 2024
With luxe-looking fabrics like French terry and scuba knit promoting sweatshirts and joggers to daywear status, loungewear has never looked more luxe and polished.
—Miles Walls, People.com, 27 Oct. 2024
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“Terry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/terry. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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terry
noun
ter·ry
ˈter-ē 
plural terries
: an absorbent fabric with an even surface of uncut loops
called also terry cloth
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