warpwise

American

[wawrp-wahyz] / ˈwɔrpˌwaɪz /

adverb

Textiles.

in a vertical direction; at right angles to the filling; lengthwise.

Etymology

Origin of warpwise

warp + -wise

Example Sentences

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A light-weight cotton fabric, the distinguishing feature of which is the cords or ribs running warpwise through the cloth, and produced by doubling the warp threads in either heddle or reed in sufficient quantity to form the rib desired.

From Project Gutenberg

In general, it may be said that the designs are executed in longitudinal panels, of which there are several lateral and one central, all of which run parallel and warpwise.

From Project Gutenberg

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