towelling
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈtaʊəlɪŋ/
KK: /ˈtaʊəlɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A type of fabric that is soft and absorbent, often used for making towels and bathrobes.
Example
I bought a new towelling robe to use after my shower.
Conversation
I just bought a new towelling robe for the winter.
That sounds cozy! I love soft robes for lounging around.
Yeah, it’s made of really thick towelling material.
Perfect for keeping warm after a shower!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
towel
cloth
fabric
Antonyms
smoothness
dryness
hardness
verb
Definition
To dry or wipe something using a towel.
Example
After swimming, I was towelling my hair dry.
Tense Forms
Past: towelled
Past Participle: towelled
Conversation
After swimming, I always enjoy towelling off in the sun.
That sounds nice! I love the feeling of warm towels.
Yeah, it's so relaxing to just lay there and dry off.
Root Explanation
Towelling is derived from 'towel' (from Old French *toaille*, meaning a cloth for wiping or drying) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating a process or action). The word 'towelling' refers to the action or process of using a towel, typically for drying or wiping.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'towel' as a cloth used for drying, and the '-ing' shows it's the action of using that towel.
Visually Confused Words
welling
tolling
telling
wellring
twilling
trolling
townling
swelling