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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Across the south Midlands and the west coast of Wales it is likely to reach 22C, making it the warmest day of the year so far.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Speaking on Radio Wales Breakfast, Carnall said "a few hardened campers" have carried on with their plans but it is "very lucky... we're able to take touring vans and motorhomes as well".

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Many tourists looking to spend the Easter weekend in north and west Wales cancelled, leaving some worried about the effect it will have on the tourism industry.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

It followed Met Office amber and yellow weather warnings for wind gusts for parts of Wales, which have since ended.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

But this was easier said than done for a Norwegian living in South Wales who didn’t know very many people.

From "Boy: Tales of a Childhood" by Roald Dahl