n.
Pronunciation: ' klo ̇ th
Function: noun
Inflected Form: plural cloths \ ' klo ̇ th z, ' klo ̇ ths \
Usage: often attrib
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English cl ā th cloth, garment; akin to Middle High German kleit garment
Date: before 12th century
1 a : a pliable material made usually by weaving, felting, or knitting natural or synthetic fibers and filaments b : a similar material (as of glass)
2 : a piece of cloth adapted for a particular purpose especially : TABLECLOTH
3 a : a distinctive dress of a profession or calling b : the dress of the clergy also : CLERGY