lint

noun
UK: /lɪnt/
US: /lɪnt/

  1. Small pieces of thread or fluff that come off cloth.

    1. My dark coat attracts lint easily.
    2. Check your pockets for lint before you do the laundry to avoid buildup on clothes.

Synonyms

fluff dust fuzz
lint verb

  1. To remove lint from clothing or other surfaces.

    1. I need to lint roll my jacket.
    2. She carefully linted the furniture before the guests arrived at her party.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "lint" is /lɪnt/ in British English and /lɪnt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "lint": fluff, dust, fuzz.

Example usage of "lint": "My dark coat attracts lint easily.". More examples on the page.