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slub
[sluhb]
verb (used with object)
to extend (slivers of fiber) and twist slightly in carding.
noun
the fibers produced by slubbing.
a slight irregularity in yarn produced either accidentally or purposely by knotting or twisting or by including uneven lengths of fiber in spinning.
slub
/ ʌ /
noun
a lump in yarn or fabric, often made intentionally to give a knobbly effect
a loosely twisted roll of fibre prepared for spinning
verb
(tr) to draw out and twist (a sliver of fibre) preparatory to spinning
adjective
(of material) having an irregular appearance
Word History and Origins
Origin of slub1
Word History and Origins
Origin of slub1
Example Sentences
Priced at $28 for two, the neutral bandannas are made of the same cotton slub jersey as the brand’s popular T-shirts.
The collection is made of linen jersey, terry cloth, yarn dye stripe rib, denim, cotton slub, chambray and twill.
In another excellent poem, she takes the part of a spider, describing it memorably as a "slub in the air's weave".
Slub, slub, v.t. to twist after carding to prepare for spinning.
This was formerly done by hand, the clay being raked into a thick “slub” and washed through a series of tanks until all impurities had settled, leaving only the fine clay in suspension.
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