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Record 1 2004-04-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sewing (General)
  • Sewing Notions
DEF

A woven nylon tape fastener consisting of a hook or male section, and a pile or female section covered with tiny, softloops. When pressed together the hooks and loops engage, creating an adjustable and secure closure. To open, simply peel apart.

CONT

The cuffs [of the combat jacket] are adjustable with a hook and loop closure (Velcro) to provide ease of use and a snugger fit for protection against the elements.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Couture (Généralités)
  • Articles et accessoires de couture
DEF

Système constitué de deux bandes étroites façonnées, l'une en petites bouclettes très serrées en nylon, l'autre, sorte de petits crochets de même matière qui s'imbriquent dans ses boucles par simple pression et se séparent par traction.

CONT

Les poignets [de la veste de combat] munis d'une fermeture à boucles et à crochets (Velcro) permettent d'obtenir facilement un ajustement serré et, ainsi, de se protéger contre les intempéries.

Spanish

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