1
: a fabric with a twill weave
2
: a textile weave in which the filling threads pass over one and under two or more warp threads to give an appearance of diagonal lines
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Shop poplin shirtdresses, eyelet tops, midi skirts, twill pants, and more breezy clothing while everything is 25 percent off.
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Ali Faccenda, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
But even without stretch, cotton flannel generally doesn't wrinkle due to the thickness and twill texture.
—Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2025
Special quick clearance of 15 wool poiret twill dresses are being sold at $7.95.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
The brand’s signature Vera Tote Bag is made from water-resistant twill that’s machine washable.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 28 Feb. 2025
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Ali Faccenda, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
But even without stretch, cotton flannel generally doesn't wrinkle due to the thickness and twill texture.
—Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2025
Special quick clearance of 15 wool poiret twill dresses are being sold at $7.95.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
The brand’s signature Vera Tote Bag is made from water-resistant twill that’s machine washable.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 28 Feb. 2025
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“Twill.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/twill. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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