slub

[ sluhb ]

verb (used with object)

, slubbed, slub·bing.

1. to extend (slivers of fiber) and twist slightly in carding.

noun

1. the fibers produced by slubbing.
2. a slight irregularity in yarn produced either accidentally or purposely by knotting or twisting or by including uneven lengths of fiber in spinning.

slub

/ slʌb /

noun

1. a lump in yarn or fabric, often made intentionally to give a knobbly effect
2. a loosely twisted roll of fibre prepared for spinning

verb

1. tr to draw out and twist (a sliver of fibre) preparatory to spinning

adjective

1. (of material) having an irregular appearance

Word History and Origins

Origin of slub¹

First recorded in 1825–35; origin uncertain

Word History and Origins

Origin of slub¹

C18: of unknown origin

Example Sentences

This weft is about the equivalent of commercial slub with no tensile strength.

From Project Gutenberg

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