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1. A single elongated piece of a given material, roughly round in cross-section, often twisted with other fibers to form thread.

   Example: The microscope showed a single blue fiber stuck to the sole of the shoe.

2. A material in the form of fibers.

   Example: The cloth is made from strange, somewhat rough fiber.

3. A material whose length is at least 1000 times its width.

   Example: Please use polyester fiber for this shirt.

4. Dietary fiber.

   Example: Fresh vegetables are a good source of fiber