fabric; material; potential (figurative)
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesnoun
fabric; material (for clothing)
Refers to cloth or textile material used for making clothes.
This piece of silk fabric is very suitable for making a qipao.
Mom bought a new piece of fabric to make a skirt.
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This fabric feels very soft.
noun
wool fabric; specifically woolen material
dialectA regional (dialect) usage. Refers specifically to woolen fabric or suiting material.
He's wearing a woolen Zhongshan suit today and looks very sharp.
This overcoat is made of pure wool fabric.
noun
potential; talent; material (figurative); the makings of
informalA colloquial, figurative expression used to assess someone's natural aptitude or suitability for a specific field or task. Often used in positive or negative judgments.
I don't think he has the makings of a researcher; he's more suited for management.
He has the talent for chess; he showed remarkable aptitude from a young age.
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This kid has the potential to be a painter.
You simply aren't cut out for business; you'd better find a stable job.