selvedge

/'seltsədʤi:n/ Cách viết khác : (selvedge) /'selvidʤ/

Thân thiện

The tailor carefully trims the fabric along the selvedge.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A specially woven edge on fabric: A selvedge is the tightly woven, finished edge of a piece of fabric, parallel to the warp threads, that prevents it from unraveling or fraying.
   • An ornamental border on a carpet: In the context of an oriental carpet, a selvedge is the decorative fringe or border running along either end.

Usage

• The is an integral part of the fabric's structure, created during the weaving process on a loom.
• When sewing, the is often cut off or not used in the main garment as it is less flexible and may have a different texture.
• In carpet weaving, the provides both a decorative finish and structural reinforcement to the ends.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Always check the selvedge of the fabric for the manufacturer's information and color codes.
  • The weaver carefully reinforced the selvedge to ensure the rug would last for generations.
  • Before cutting your pattern pieces, trim off the selvedges to avoid puckering in your seams.

Advanced Usage

• "True selvedge": Often used to denote high-quality denim woven on traditional shuttle looms, characterized by a clean, finished edge that may feature a colored thread. This is a mark of premium fabric.
  • Denim enthusiasts seek out jeans made from true selvedge fabric for its durability and classic look.

Variants and Related Words

• Selvage: This is an alternative, equally correct spelling of .
• List: A less common synonym, especially in historical or technical textile contexts, referring to the edge of cloth.
• Webbing: While not a synonym, webbing often has a similar reinforced edge and is used for straps.

Synonyms

• Edge: (General term for the outer limit) The of the fabric was neatly finished.
• Border: (A decorative strip around the edge) The carpet's was intricately patterned.
• Hem: (A finished edge made by folding and sewing, but not woven in) Unlike a , a is created after the fabric is woven.

Related Phrases

• Selvedge denim: A specific type of denim fabric woven on a shuttle loom, producing a self-finished edge that is a hallmark of quality.
  • His selvedge denim jeans became more characterful with every wear.

Idioms

(No common idioms are directly formed from the word "selvedge." It is primarily a technical term.)

Học thuật

Noun

1. the edge of a fabric that is woven so that it will not ravel or fray
2. border consisting of an ornamental fringe at either end of an oriental carpet

Từ đồng nghĩa

• selvage