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zephyr yarn
noun
- any of various soft, lightweight yarns, often of silk, rayon, or a combination of natural and synthetic fibers, for woven and knit goods.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of zephyr yarn1
First recorded in 1860–65
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Example Sentences
This last drawing reduces the roll to about the thickness of zephyr yarn.
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