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denier
The word exists as two distinct homonyms with entirely different origins and registers. When referring to a person who refuses to acknowledge a truth, the term often carries a negative or stubborn connotation, frequently appearing in political or scientific contexts such as climate change denier. This usage emphasizes a psychological or ideological refusal rather than a simple lack of knowledge.
In the textile industry, the term is a technical specification for fiber thickness. In this context, it is a precise measurement of linear density. Users should be aware that while the person-based meaning is common in general discourse, the textile meaning is specialized terminology used primarily in manufacturing and fashion.
Meanings
Examples
I cannot believe he is still a climate change denier.
She was known as a denier of the established church laws.
I wonder if I am just a denier of my own feelings.
These tights are 80 denier, so they are quite thick.
The fabric is a low denier nylon for a sheer look.