tweed
word
Definition
Tweed is a rough, thick woolen fabric, often woven with different colored threads, commonly used to make jackets, suits, and hats.
Usage & Nuances
Tweed is strongly associated with British and Scottish tradition, especially country or academic clothing. It is usually used in formal or semi-formal contexts. Typical collocations: 'tweed jacket', 'tweed suit', 'tweed cap'. Not used for other types of fabric.
Spanish: tweedPortuguese (BR): tweedPortuguese (PT): tweedChinese (Simplified): 花呢 - 推特呢（布料）Chinese (Traditional): 花呢 - 推特呢（布料）Hindi: ट्वीड़ (ऊनी कपड़ा)Arabic: تويت (نوع من القماش الصوفي)Bengali: টুইডRussian: твидJapanese: ツイードVietnamese: vải tuýtKorean: 트위드Turkish: tüvitUrdu: ٹوئڈIndonesian: tweed
Example Sentences
He bought a tweed jacket for the winter.
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This old hat is made of tweed.
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My grandfather always wore tweed suits.
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The professor’s tweed coat had patches on the elbows.
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You can spot him by his classic tweed cap.
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She likes the vintage look of tweed, especially in skirts.
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