weft

noun

ˈweft 

1

a

: a filling thread or yarn in weaving

b

: yarn used for the weft

2

: web, fabric

also : an article of woven fabric

Examples of weft in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Briogeo Farewell Frizz Blow Dry Perfection & Heat Protectant Crème delivers heat protection up to 450 degrees while helping control frizz for as long as 48 hours, according to third-party testing on human hair wefts. — Polly Blitzer, Glamour, 9 Sep. 2026

The fabric of the Ghetto is the warp and weft of its social existence. — Literary Hub, 8 Sep. 2026

Momotaro Jeans incorporates up to 42 percent silk in the weft of select styles, with jeans retailing for over $700. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026

Labranderas, those who practice labrado, remake the cloth itself, counting and reweaving threads between the warp and the weft to create structure. — Catherine Tansey, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old Norse veptr weft, Old English wefan to weave — more at weave

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing weft

• weft knit

Kids Definition

weft

noun

ˈweft 

1

a

: woof entry 1 sense 1

b

: yarn used for the woof

2

a

: woven fabric

b

: an article of woven fabric