An absorbent fabric made in the pile weave with uncut loops and a background weave of plain or twill. Usually made in cotton but now also made with man-made yarns. Sometimes woven in plaid, dobby, or jacquard patterns. May be yarn-dyed, bleached, piece-dyed, or printed.  For washing instructions and reference Cotton. Click Here For the Full How-To

(n) a pile fabric (usually cotton) with uncut loops on both sides; used to make bath towels and bath robes