weft
/wɛft/
noun
- The threads that run from side to side across a woven fabric, crossing the warp (the lengthwise threads).
- A loose weft can cause the fabric to pucker or tear easily.
- The weaver chose a blue weft to contrast with the white warp.
- In weaving, the weft is passed over and under the warp threads to create cloth.
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