weftwise
/ˈwɛftwaɪz/
adverb
- In the direction of the weft; from side to side across the fabric.
- When cutting the pattern, align the grain weftwise for this piece.
- The fabric stretches more weftwise than lengthwise.
- The stripes run weftwise, giving the cloth a horizontal pattern.
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adjective
- Oriented or measured in the direction of the weft.
- A weftwise stripe can make a room look wider.
- The weftwise measurement of the cloth is 45 inches.
- Check the weftwise tension before starting to weave.
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