Definition of yarn
1a : a continuous often plied strand composed of either natural or man-made fibers or filaments and used in weaving and knitting to form clothb : a similar strand of another material (such as metal, glass, or plastic)
2 : a narrative of adventures; especially : a tall tale a roaring good yarn
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Examples of yarn in a Sentence
The sheep's wool will be spun into yarn.
yarns about ghosts and goblins
a storyteller who spins yarns that will keep any audience riveted
Origin and Etymology of yarn
Middle English, from Old English gearn; akin to Old High German garn yarn, Greek chordē string, Latin hernia rupture, Sanskrit hira band
First Known Use: before 12th century
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Definition of yarn
intransitive verb
: to tell a yarn
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noun1812
First Known Use of yarn
1812
YARN Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of yarn for English Language Learners
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: a long, thin piece of cotton, wool, etc., that is thicker than thread and that is used for knitting and weaving
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: an exciting or interesting story; especially : a story that is so surprising or unusual that it is difficult to believe
YARN Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of yarn for Students
1 : a natural or manufactured fiber (as of cotton, wool, or rayon) formed as a continuous thread for use in knitting or weaving
2 : an interesting or exciting story Grandpa said, “How about a story? Spin us a yarn.” — Sharon Creech, Walk Two Moons
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