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UK//lɪnt//US//lɪnt//

Meaning of Lint

Small fibers or fluff that come off clothing or fabric.

In simple words: Small pieces of thread or fluff.

Lint in a sentence

  • I found some lint on my black sweater after washing it.
  • Please remove the lint from your clothes before the interview.
  • The dryer is full of lint, and it needs to be cleaned out.
  • She picked off the lint that had accumulated on her pants.
  • He used a lint roller to remove the fuzz from his shirt.

How to use Lint

Used when discussing clothing, laundry, or cleaning. Not commonly used in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'lint' - think of the fluff that comes out of your dryer.

Related words

Collocations with Lint

  • remove lint
  • lint roller
  • lint trap
  • collect lint

Synonyms for Lint

Common mistakes with Lint

  • Confused with 'link', which has a different meaning.
  • Used in the wrong context, like referring to large fabric scraps.

Compare Lint with Fiber, Dust

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Frequently asked questions about Lint

What does Lint mean?

Small pieces of thread or fluff.

What is the definition of Lint?

Small fibers or fluff that come off clothing or fabric.

How do you use Lint in a sentence?

I found some lint on my black sweater after washing it.

Can you give another example of Lint?

Please remove the lint from your clothes before the interview.

What are synonyms for Lint?

Common alternatives include fluff, fiber, fuzz, dust.

What words go with Lint?

It commonly pairs with remove lint, lint roller, lint trap, collect lint.

What are common mistakes when using Lint?

Confused with 'link', which has a different meaning. Used in the wrong context, like referring to large fabric scraps.

How do you pronounce Lint?

US: //lɪnt//, UK: //lɪnt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Lint?

Used when discussing clothing, laundry, or cleaning. Not commonly used in formal writing.