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Taft

Noun / tæft / Another word for taft — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Taft is a surname of English origin. It can also refer to William Howard Taft, the 27th President of the United States.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

textile fabric cloth material

Informal

stuff material fabric

Literary

weave shag nap

Antonyms

rough coarse plain simple unadorned

Common collocations

  • silk taft
  • taft fabric
  • taft cloth
  • taft silk
  • taft dress
  • taft curtain

Word family

noun taft

Usage note

Taft refers to a specific type of stiff, wiry fabric, often made of silk. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation outside of textile contexts.

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Example sentences

  1. Taft is a famous American political family.
  2. William Howard Taft was the heaviest president in U.S. history.
  3. I met a man named Taft at the party last night.

Quotes

  • 'I would rather be right than President.' - William Howard Taft
  • 'The man who is too old to learn was probably always too old to learn.' - William Howard Taft

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