The Open Dictionary

cotton

名词

UK/ˈkɒt.ᵊn/
US/ˈkɑː.t̬ᵊn/

定义 cotton 名词

  1. Uncountable

    The soft, white fibrous substance that surrounds the seeds of a plant, cultivated in warmer regions.

    • a large quantity of harvested cotton

    • Cotton is a vital economic crop in the region.

    • The farmers are harvesting the cotton.

  2. B1Uncountable

    Yarn or fabric made from the fibers of the cotton plant.

    • This is a shirt made from pure cotton.

    • She chose a light cotton dress.

    • This reel of cotton is enough for you to sew the clothes.

  3. Uncountable

    A soft mass of cotton, typically used for cleaning or cosmetic purposes.

    • Wipe your face with cotton pads.

    • She used cotton to clean the wound.

    • This pack of cotton balls is an essential for baby care.

片语动词 cotton

  • cotton on

    to start comprehending a situation or fact

    • Over time, he finally cottoned on to the fact that his colleagues were talking behind his back.