slub

slub
slub [slub]
n.
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1. a roll of fiber, as of wool or cotton, twisted slightly for use in spinning
2. a soft lump or thick irregular place in yarn or fabric
vt.
slubbed, slubbing
to draw out (fibers of wool, cotton, etc.) and twist slightly for use in spinning

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