carder

/ˈkɑrdər/
noun
  1. A person who cards wool, cotton, or other fibers to prepare them for spinning.
    • She learned to be a carder from her grandmother, who had been one for decades.
    • The carder worked quickly to separate the wool fibers before spinning.
    • In the old days, a skilled carder was essential for making quality yarn.
  2. A machine or tool used for carding fibers.
    • The carder machine hummed as it processed the raw cotton.
    • He bought an antique hand carder at the flea market.
    • The wool was fed through the carder to remove tangles and debris.
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