Berlin wool

noun

1. a soft woolen yarn for embroidery or knitting.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Berlin wool¹

1840–50; after Berlin, Germany, where such wools were originally dyed

Example Sentences

If Berlin wool is used, a piece should be broken off and the strands separated from each other.

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Black Berlin wool, ribbed with silver tinsel.

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The body is made with light yellow Berlin wool, teazed up with fur from the hare’s face, and ribbed with silver tinsel.

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Fine dark blue chenille or dark blue Berlin wool, ribbed with silver tinsel.

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Yellow ochre-coloured Berlin wool, spun on black silk.

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