WORSTED


Meaning of WORSTED in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈwu̇s-təd, ˈwər-stəd ]

noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Worsted (now Worstead ), England

Date: 13th century

: a smooth compact yarn from long wool fibers used especially for firm napless fabrics, carpeting, or knitting ; also : a fabric made from worsted yarns

• worsted adjective

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