Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pilled

Adjective
/pɪld/
Definition
Covered or made of small balls of fibers or material.
Examples
  • The sweater became pilled after several washings.
  • She decided to throw away the pilled blanket because it looked shabby.
  • After a few months of use, the couch cushions started to look pilled.
Meaning
Pilled refers to the condition of fabric or material that has formed small fuzzy balls or pills on its surface due to wear and friction.
Synonyms
  • Fuzzy
  • Velvety
  • Shaggy