swatch

noun

ˈswäch How to pronounce swatch (audio)
Synonyms of swatchnext
1
a
: a sample piece (as of fabric) or a collection of samples
b
: a characteristic specimen
2
: patch
3
: a small collection
4
: swath sense 2

Examples of swatch in a Sentence

She looked at fabric swatches to select material for the drapes.
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In fact, the goal is for Herro not to have to deal with a swatch of arms between himself and the basket. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2025 Smith modeled a plaid jacket consisting of varying brown swatches in a drip pattern, along with a pair of two-tone trousers with button snaps along the sides. — Marissa Muller, WWD, 25 Jan. 2025 But that paradigm was upended Tuesday night, as a wide swatch of lower elevation Santa Monica was put under an evacuation warning. — Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025 There also are swatches and bangles for Jasmine’s daytime look and a collection of fringes. — Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for swatch

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First Known Use

1647, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of swatch was in 1647

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swatch

noun
ˈswäch How to pronounce swatch (audio)
1
: a sample piece (as of fabric) or a collection of samples
2
: patch entry 1 sense 3
swatches of hair

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