wales

[weylz] / weɪlz /

NOUN

rib of fabric

Synonyms

STRONG

grain mark rib ridge streak strip texture weal weave welt

Example Sentences

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Using a transparency tool, it is possible to see that, between July 2020 and November 2025, the page was called The Party of Wales Plaid Cymru Carmarthenshire & Pembrokeshire Supporters.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

A Welsh Labour spokesperson said the party's vision was for an "energy‑independent Wales" to protect the country from "unstable global markets", adding it would ensure projects "benefit the communities that host them".

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Met Office figures show that March delivered some notably warm weather for England and Wales in particular, alongside plenty of sunshine.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Abi Beck, from RenewableUK Cymru which represents the renewables industry, said Wales "actually hasn't built an onshore wind farm for six years".

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Gran sent Viola home to Wales, and the rest of my friends are scattered willy-nilly.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin