fibers
word · lemma: fiber
Definition
Thin thread-like pieces that form parts of plants or materials, or substances in food that help with digestion. "Fibers" can refer to parts of fabric or nutrients in food.
Usage & Nuances
Usually plural as 'fibers' when talking about components in food or textiles. Common phrases: 'dietary fibers', 'natural fibers', 'synthetic fibers'. In American English, 'fiber' is standard for food context; in British English 'fibre' is the spelling.
Example Sentences
Vegetables are a good source of fibers.
basic
Cotton shirts are made from natural fibers.
basic
Eating more fibers helps your digestion.
basic
These clothes are comfortable because they're made with soft fibers.
natural
Some breakfast cereals add extra fibers to help people stay healthy.
natural
If you look closely, you can see tiny fibers sticking out of the fabric.
natural