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They May Be Spun To Make Briefs Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
FIBRES which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
FIBRES
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "FIBRES" which means:
- noun
- • A slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn
- • Any of several elongated, threadlike cells (especially a muscle fiber or a nerve fiber)
- • The inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions
- • A leatherlike material made by compressing layers of paper or cloth
An example sentence would be:
- • "Cotton fibres are used to make soft and breathable clothing."
- • "The carpet is made from synthetic fibres."
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| The Guardian Cryptic20 Feb 2012 | Across 24 | |
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