ABB

Etymology

Noun

abb (plural abbs)

A type of yarn for the warp.

A rough wool from the inferior parts of the fleece, used for the woof or weft. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]

(UK) A filling pick used in weaving.

Anagrams

• B.B.A., BBA, bab

Source: Wiktionary


Abb, n. Etym: [AS. aweb, ab; pref. a- + web. See Web.]

Definition: Among weaves, yarn for the warp. Hence, abb wool is wool for the abb.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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