natural fiber

• Fibre obtenue à partir de plantes, d'animaux ou de minéraux, par opposition aux matériaux synthétiques ou artificiels, généralement utilisée dans le textile et les tissus.

A fiber derived from plants, animals, or minerals, as opposed to synthetic or man-made materials, commonly used in textiles and fabrics.

1. Natural textile materialB2formal

   A fiber that is derived from plants, animals, or minerals, as opposed to being synthetic or man-made.

   fibre naturelle

   • Cotton is the most widely used natural fiber in the world.
   • Wool, a natural fiber from sheep, is excellent for insulation.
   • Linen, made from the flax plant, is a strong natural fiber.

2. Material for compositesC1formal

   A fibrous material found in nature used to reinforce composite materials.

   Fibre naturelle pour composites

   • Hemp is a natural fiber used in eco-friendly building materials.
   • Natural fibers like jute are increasingly used in automotive parts.
   • Researchers are developing new composites using natural fibers.