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Definition of terry

terry

/ˈtɛr.i/
ter · ry
Plural:terries
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terry Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An absorbent cotton fabric woven with uncut loops of pile on one or both sides, commonly used for bath towels and robes.

Example

"She sewed the infant bibs out of soft white cotton terry."

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• adjective

1

Of or relating to a woven fabric in which the loops of the pile are left uncut.

Example

"The hotel provided each guest with a plush terry bathrobe and matching slippers."

• Rhymes for terry

• Nearby Words

terrorization
terrorize
terrorizer
terry
terse
tersely
terseness

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 18th century, the word probably derives from the French past participle 'tiré' (drawn or pulled out), from the verb 'tirer' (to pull), referring to the process of drawing out uncut loops of thread during weaving.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Terry. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/terry
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