yarn spinning
/ˈjɑrn ˌspɪnɪŋ/
noun
- The process of twisting fibers together to make yarn.
- She learned yarn-spinning at a workshop on traditional textiles.
- Yarn-spinning is an ancient craft still practiced today.
- The museum has a demonstration of yarn-spinning using a spinning wheel.
- The act of telling long, entertaining stories.
- His yarn-spinning kept the children entertained for hours.
- She has a talent for yarn-spinning that makes even simple events sound exciting.
- Yarn-spinning around the fire is a favorite camping tradition.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to the making of yarn or to telling stories.
- He joined a yarn-spinning club to share his tall tales.
- The festival featured a yarn-spinning contest for the best story.
- The yarn-spinning machine was invented during the Industrial Revolution.