Slub Definition

slŭb
slubbed, slubbing, slubs
verb
To draw out (fibers of wool, cotton, etc.) and twist slightly for use in spinning.
Webster's New World
noun
slubs
A roll of fiber, as of wool or cotton, twisted slightly for use in spinning.
Webster's New World
A soft lump or thick irregular place in yarn or fabric.
Webster's New World

A small thickened portion or knot found on linen yarn, caused by defects.

Wiktionary

Sludge.

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Other Word Forms of Slub

Noun

Singular:
slub
Plural:
slubs

Origin of Slub

  • Origin unknown

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Slub Sentence Examples

  • A soft cotton slub yarn to use as it is or for dyeing.

  • This initial collection combined abstract felt shapes, fleece and slub wool.

  • Try a sharp blazer and camisole to add a touch of femininity to your ensemble, or keep it relaxed with a casual slub T-shirt.

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Words Starting With

SSLSLU

Words Ending With

BUBLUB

Unscrambles

slub

Words Starting With S and Ending With B

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4 Letter Words4 Letter Words Starting With S4 Letter Words Ending With B