Fibre (Noun)
Meaning 1
A slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The textile factory imported large quantities of natural fibre from abroad to meet the growing demand for sustainable clothing.
- The artisan carefully selected the finest quality fibre to weave into a beautiful handmade rug.
- The scientist studied the unique properties of the fibre extracted from the rare plant species.
- The fashion designer chose a blend of synthetic and natural fibre for her new clothing line to achieve the perfect balance of durability and comfort.
- The farmer harvested the flax fibre from his field and sold it to a local mill for processing into linen.
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Meaning 2
Any of several elongated, threadlike cells (especially a muscle fiber or a nerve fiber).
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The muscle fibre was damaged during the intense workout, causing pain and stiffness in the athlete's leg.
- The doctor explained that the nerve fibre was responsible for transmitting signals from the brain to the rest of the body.
- The researcher studied the properties of plant fibre to develop new sustainable materials.
- The biopsy revealed that the tumour was composed of abnormal fibre cells that were multiplying rapidly.
- The scientist used a microscope to examine the delicate fibre structure of the spider's web.
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Meaning 3
The inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions; "education has for its object the formation of character"- Herbert Spencer.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- Her moral fibre was tested when she discovered her colleague was embezzling company funds.
- The experience had a profound impact on his character, revealing a fibre of resilience he never knew he had.
- As a role model, the coach's fibre of integrity inspired his players to conduct themselves with honour and sportsmanship.
- Her fibre of compassion and empathy earned her the respect and admiration of her peers.
- The scandal exposed a fibre of corruption that ran deep within the organization, shocking investors and the public alike.
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Meaning 4
A leatherlike material made by compressing layers of paper or cloth.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.