slub

[ sluhb ]

verb (used with object)

, slubbed, slub·bing.

1. to extend (slivers of fiber) and twist slightly in carding.

noun

1. the fibers produced by slubbing.
2. a slight irregularity in yarn produced either accidentally or purposely by knotting or twisting or by including uneven lengths of fiber in spinning.

slub

/ slʌb /

noun

1. a lump in yarn or fabric, often made intentionally to give a knobbly effect
2. a loosely twisted roll of fibre prepared for spinning

verb

1. tr to draw out and twist (a sliver of fibre) preparatory to spinning

adjective

1. (of material) having an irregular appearance

Word History and Origins

Origin of slub¹

First recorded in 1825–35; origin uncertain

Word History and Origins

Origin of slub¹

C18: of unknown origin

Example Sentences

Priced at $28 for two, the neutral bandannas are made of the same cotton slub jersey as the brand’s popular T-shirts.

From Los Angeles Times

The collection is made of linen jersey, terry cloth, yarn dye stripe rib, denim, cotton slub, chambray and twill.

From Los Angeles Times

In another excellent poem, she takes the part of a spider, describing it memorably as a "slub in the air's weave".

From The Guardian

Slub, slub, v.t. to twist after carding to prepare for spinning.

From Project Gutenberg

This was formerly done by hand, the clay being raked into a thick “slub” and washed through a series of tanks until all impurities had settled, leaving only the fine clay in suspension.

From Project Gutenberg

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