Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Staple.
How to pronounce staple:
US
Staple - as a noun
(usually in the plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
basicA natural fiber (raw cotton, wool, hemp, flax) that can be twisted to form yarn
Example: "Staple fibers vary widely in length"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
staple fiberstaple fibreMaterial suitable for manufacture or use or finishing
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
raw materialHypernyms (Closely Related)
materialstuffHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A short u-shaped wire nail
Paper fastener consisting of a short length of u-shaped wire that can fasten papers together
Staple - as an adjective satellite
Necessary or important, especially regarding food or commodities
Example: "Wheat is a staple crop"
Staple - as a verb
Secure or fasten with a staple or staples
Example: "Staple the papers together"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unstapleStaple - as an adjective
Relating to, or being market of staple for, commodities.
Example: "A staple town"
Established in commerce; occupying the markets; settled.
Example: "A staple trade"
Fit to be sold; marketable.
Regularly produced or manufactured in large quantities; belonging to wholesale traffic; principal; chief.
Example Sentences
"Bread is a staple in many households."
"Milk is a common staple in most diets."
"Rice is a staple food in many Asian countries."
"Potatoes are a staple crop in Ireland."
"The little black dress is a fashion staple."
Word Game Points
Is STAPLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, staple is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STAPLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is STAPLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, staple is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTAPLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is STAPLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, staple is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTAPLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
