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felt

n. C / U
B1 Intermediate US //ˈfɛɫt// UK //fˈɛlt// felt Archaic

n. a thick, soft material made by pressing wool or other fibers together rather than weaving them. You often see it used for hats, crafts, or the top of a pool table.

n. a non-woven fabric produced by matting, condensing, and pressing fibers together, typically using heat, moisture, and mechanical action.


SIMPLE

The children used colorful pieces of felt for their art project.

CONTEXTUAL

The pool table is covered in a durable green felt that allows the balls to roll smoothly across the surface.

COMPLEX

Industrial felt serves as an excellent insulator and gasket material due to its ability to absorb vibrations and resist wear under significant pressure.

Synonyms
Usage

Uncountable when referring to the material in general; countable when referring to specific types or pieces of the fabric.

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