Definition of twill
1 : a fabric with a twill weave
2 : a textile weave in which the filling threads pass over one and under two or more warp threads to give an appearance of diagonal lines
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The worn gunwales, the intricate twill of the seat cover.
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To keep the curtain folded up, double a 3-inch piece of twill tape to make a loop.
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Grei twill boiler suit Inspired by 1940s coveralls, this update to the classic flight jumpsuit is made from breathable cotton but made in a dark, versatile color.
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Drew Taggart wore an indigo twill chino pant and matching jacket with navy blue beaded embellishment and Foundrae fine jewelry while Alex Pall rocked a white polo shirt under a sporty camo print trench.
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Origin and Etymology of twill
Middle English twyll, twylle, from Old English twilic having a double thread, partial translation of Latin bilic-, bilix, from bi- + licium thread
TWILL Defined for English Language Learners
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: cloth that is made in a way that produces a pattern of diagonal lines
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: a way of weaving cloth that produces a pattern of diagonal lines
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