skein
noun
1 skein
Coils of worsted yarn.
Roget 219:
crossing
etc.
v.;
intersection,
interdigitation;
decussation†,
transversion†;
convolution
etc.
248;
level crossing.
reticulation,
network;
inosculation†,
anastomosis,
intertexture†,
mortise.
net,
plexus,
web,
mesh,
twill,
skein,
sleeve,
felt,
lace;
wicker;
mat,
matting;
plait,
trellis,
wattle,
lattice,
grating,
grille,
gridiron,
tracery,
fretwork,
filigree,
reticle;
tissue,
netting,
mokes†;
rivulation†.
cross,
chain,
wreath,
braid,
cat's cradle,
knot;
entangle
etc.
(disorder)
59.
[woven fabrics]
cloth,
linen,
muslin,
cambric
etc.
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