terry: Meaning and Definition of
ter•ry
Pronunciation: (ter'ē), [key]
— n., pl. adj. -ries,
—n.
- the loop formed by the pile of a fabric when left uncut.
- Also calleda pile fabric, usually of cotton, with loops on both sides, as in a Turkish towel.
—adj.
- made of such a fabric: a terry bathrobe.
- having the pile loops uncut: terry velvet.
Ter•ry
Pronunciation: (ter'ē), [key]
— n.
- 1848?–1928, English actress.
- a male given name, form ofor
- a female given name, form of
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