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twill

/twɪl/ · noun

Meaning

  1. A pattern, characterised by diagonal ridges, created by the regular interlacing of threads of the warp and weft during weaving.
  2. A cloth or portion of cloth woven in such a pattern.
  3. To weave (cloth, etc.) so as to produce the appearance of diagonal lines or ribs on the surface.

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Sources

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