textile industry
[/ˈtɛkstaɪl ˈɪndəstri/]
nounfemininepl: textile industries / indústrias têxteis
indústria têxtil
1. The sector of manufacturing that produces fabrics, fibers, and yarns from raw materials
The textile industry is a major employer in many developing countries.
A indústria têxtil é um grande empregador em muitos países em desenvolvimento.
2. The business of designing, producing, and selling cloth and clothing materials
Brazil has a strong textile industry centered in São Paulo.
O Brasil possui uma forte indústria têxtil concentrada em São Paulo.
3. The manufacturing sector involved in weaving, spinning, dyeing, and finishing fabrics
The textile industry faces competition from cheap imports.
A indústria têxtil enfrenta competição de importações baratas.
Brazil has historically been one of the world's leading textile producers, with major industrial centers in São Paulo and the Northeast region. The textile industry remains culturally significant in Brazil as a traditional manufacturing sector and a major source of employment. In Portuguese-speaking countries, 'indústria têxtil' is the standard academic and professional term, while colloquially people may refer to 'fábrica de tecidos' (fabric factory) or 'indústria de confecções' (garment industry) when specifically discussing clothing manufacturing.
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