What does cotton mean?

Soft white plant fibres used to make thread and fabric. Fabric or thread made from cotton fibres.

How is cotton pronounced?

UK /ˈkɒtən/, US /ˈkɑːtən/.

/ˈkɒtən/ · /ˈkɑːtən/

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棉花

n. Soft white plant fibres used to make thread and fabric.

棉花

n. Fabric or thread made from cotton fibres.

棉布；棉线

This cotton shirt feels soft even after many washes.

这件棉衬衫洗了很多次后摸起来仍然很柔软。

Cotton production can place considerable pressure on water supplies, particularly in regions with limited rainfall.

棉花生产会给供水带来相当大的压力，尤其是在降雨量有限的地区。

通常不可数；cotton shirt中cotton作名词定语。

What does cotton mean?: Soft white plant fibres used to make thread and fabric. Fabric or thread made from cotton fibres.
How is cotton pronounced?: UK /ˈkɒtən/, US /ˈkɑːtən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.