fiber
noun
a fine, threadlike piece, as of cotton, jute, or asbestos.
fibers
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pluralof fiber.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Fast-twitch fibers produce powerful, rapid movements but fatigue relatively quickly.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 28, 2026
This alignment was important because muscle cells that grow in the same direction are more likely to merge into fibers.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026
The chronic condition occurs when the immune system attacks the protective layer of nerve fibers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
Myelin is the protective coating that surrounds nerve fibers, helping electrical signals travel efficiently through the brain.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
The bundles of wool in the back had gone up in a flash, leaving only the sand embedded in the fibers.
From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri
