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noil

American  
[noil] / nɔɪl /

noun

  1. a short fiber of cotton, wool, worsted, etc., separated from the long fibers in combing.


noil British  
/ nɔɪl /

noun

  1. textiles the short or knotted fibres that are separated from the long fibres, or staple, by combing

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Other Word Forms

  • noily adjective

Etymology

Origin of noil

First recorded in 1615–25; origin uncertain

Example Sentences

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According to court documents, Kingston began his scheme in 2010 and met Dermen, who controlled several fuel companies, including Noil Energy Group, the following year.

From Los Angeles Times

Noil, however, has already been waived, a roster spot that was taken by Coleman.

From Seattle Times

Noil was signed earlier this month after playing three seasons at Texas A&M.; He declared early for the NFL draft after being arrested for marijuana possession late last year.

From Washington Times

Seattle also waived wide receiver Speedy Noil and running back Troymaine Pope to clear room on the 90-man roster.

From Washington Times

Noil, a prep phenom out of New Orleans who had an up-and-down college career at Texas A&M, was signed by the Seahawks after taking part in the rookie mini-camp as a tryout player.

From Seattle Times