abb

English

/æb/

noun
Definitions
  • A type of yarn for the warp.
  • A rough wool from the inferior parts of the fleece, used for the woof or weft.
  • (UK) A filling pick used in weaving.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English abb inherited from Old English āweb.

Origin

Old English

āweb

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