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worsted

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wor·sted

noun \ˈws-təd, ˈwər-stəd\

Definition of WORSTED

: a smooth compact yarn from long wool fibers used especially for firm napless fabrics, carpeting, or knitting; also : a fabric made from worsted yarns
worsted adjective

Examples of WORSTED

  1. a suit made of worsted

Origin of WORSTED

Middle English, from Worsted (now Worstead), England
First Known Use: 13th century

Rhymes with WORSTED

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