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fiberfill

fiberfill

3.9
A light soft filling of thin man-made fibers used in coats, pillows and bedding
  • noun
  • /ˈfaɪbərˌfɪl/
  • US
translation icon : relleno de fibra
  • "I find coats useful in this regard," Louis said, dropping his fiberfill jacket in a corner.
  • polyester fiberfill
  • fiberfill pillows

Examples

  • Many people prefer fiberfill pillows because they are soft and lightweight.

  • She decided to use fiberfill for the quilt to keep it warm without adding too much weight.

  • To secure plants, gently wrap cotton or polyester fiberfill around the stem where it is inserted in the lid, being careful not to let the cotton dip in the solution.

    Academic text (2001)
  • I do have a couple of hints for stuffing the eggs smoothly: first, only use small tufts of fiberfill, and second, fill in the outside part of the egg first (especially along the seams), leaving the middle hollow before stuffing the middle.

    Blog text (1)
  • The jacket is filled with recycled fiberfill, making it both cozy and eco-friendly.

Synonyms

fluff
vsfiberfill
9 1.3

Soft, light bits from cloth or plants that stick to things

is manufactured synthetic fine fibers aimed at reliable insulation and loft
batting
vsfiberfill
  • Specialized
5 4.2

Soft layers of cotton, wool or synthetic fiber used inside quilts and pillows

is specifically loose, lightweight synthetic fine fibers used for insulation
cotton fiber
vsfiberfill
  • US
1 2.9

Soft, silky threads from the cotton plant used to make cloth

is synthetic fine fibers used specifically as filling for warmth and softness
cotton wool
vsfiberfill
  • UK
1 1.4

Soft, fluffy fibers used for cleaning, medical care, or cosmetic use

is designed as a synthetic filling for bedding and pillows rather than medical use
stuffing
vsfiberfill
1 2.1

Soft material used to fill mattresses or cushions to make them comfortable

is a lightweight synthetic fine-fiber filling made for insulation and softness
polyester fiber
vsfiberfill
  • Specialized
1 3.3

A strong man-made thread that dries quickly and does not shrink or wrinkle easily

is a lightweight loose synthetic filling designed for insulation and softness
batten
vsfiberfill
  • UK
9.3

A soft material often made from cotton or man-made fiber used to fill cushions and bedding

is loose fine synthetic fibers rather than rolled or sheeted filling material

How Warm

eiderdown
1 8.8
goose down
3 3.8
duck down
2.8
wool
140 1.0
batting
  • Specialized
5 4.2
fiberfill
  • US
3.9

Surface Forms

fiberfill singular
fiberfills plural

Morphology

fiberfill = fiber + fill (transparent) = fiber + fill

The compound is a straightforward combination of 'fiber' + 'fill' meaning filling made of fibers, which learners can infer from the parts.

Etymology

Fiberfill is a simple compound of fiber ('thin thread') and fill ('to make full'). It literally means a soft material made of many thin threads used to 'fill' pillows, coats, and blankets so they are warm and comfy.