What does FIBER mean?

Fiber Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Definitions:

• A thread or filament from which a vegetable tissue, mineral substance, or textile is formed.
• Dietary material containing substances such as cellulose, lignin, and pectin, that are resistant to the action of digestive enzymes.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈfaɪbər/
• UK: /ˈfʌɪbə/

Origin and Usage:

The word "fiber" originated from the Latin word "fibra" meaning "a fiber, filament, entrails" and has been used in English since the 16th century. It is commonly used in the context of textiles, where it refers to a thread or filament from which a textile is formed. It is also used in the context of nutrition, where it refers to dietary material that is resistant to the action of digestive enzymes.

Synonyms:

• Thread
• Filament
• Textile
• Dietary fiber

Related Words:

• Fable
• Libel
• Table
• Fiver
• Amber

Example Sentences:

• The shirt was made of a soft, lightweight fiber.
• Eating foods high in fiber can help regulate digestion.