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marl yarn [1 record]

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Record 1 2004-12-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Thread Spinning (Textiles)
  • Textiles: Preparation and Processing
DEF

A yarn made from two rovings of contrasting colors drafted together, then spun.

CONT

Marl yarn ... composed of 2 or more colored tops which are combined in the later drawing or spinning processes. The fibres are not blended as thoroughly as in a mixture.

OBS

[A marl yarn] provides a mottled effect.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Filature (Textiles)
  • Apprêt et traitements divers (Textiles)
DEF

Fil retors dans lequel chacun des fils simples qui le composent a une couleur différente [...].

Spanish

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