Consider the word 'fabric' in the sentence: 'The innovative fabric is surprisingly soft and durable.' In this context, what is the best synonym for 'fabric'?

In the context of clothing and materials, 'fabric' refers to the cloth or textile used to make garments. 'Textile' is a direct synonym. 'Factory' (fábrica) is a place of manufacturing, 'story' (história/trama) is a narrative, and 'construction' (construção) refers to the act of building. These are incorrect interpretations of the word in this specific sentence.