Synonyms of swatch

swatch

noun

as in tape

a small piece of cloth that is used as a sample for choosing colors, fabrics, etc.

She looked at fabric swatches to select material for the drapes.

Related Words

• tape
• strip
• list
• binding
• strap
• ribbon
• bandage
• belt
• band
• swath
• girth
• slip
• slat

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of swatch

Woods took it from there, getting a swatch of silk from Danielle Frankel’s team and bringing it to Ralph Lauren with one request—to match his suit jacket to the fabric. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 17 Aug. 2026

But the bigger takeaway is that today’s best kitchens aren’t built around a single trendy paint swatch. — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 12 Aug. 2026

As economic challenges and the rising costs of higher education continue to impact broad swatches of college applicants, this commitment to economic mobility and professional success is one that many top colleges will likely continue to reinforce. — Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

But as anyone who’s stared at a wall of swatches well knows, choosing the right shade can feel paralyzing. — Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 31 July 2026