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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Emphatic wins over the Netherlands and Wales granted access to the knockout stage, before a nail-biting shootout win against Sweden and a last-gasp victory over Italy secured a final rematch against world champions Spain.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

The Great Pottery Throw Down judge Keith Brymer Jones and actor Marj Hogarth are on a quest to transform a 163-year-old chapel in north Wales.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Marj had never been to north Wales before but found out that her father, who was a salesman of marine engines, had Pwllheli as his patch.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

At the moment, many are busy campaigning ahead of May's elections in Scotland, Wales and for some councils in England.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

After deciphering practically nothing, I sent a letter to our housekeeper, Viola, in Wales, and promptly enlisted the help of Colin and Marion.

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