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open weave

open weave

1 4.5
A fabric with threads placed far apart so small holes let light and air through
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : tejido abierto
  • The scarf's open weave made it perfect for warm weather, offering a stylish look without overheating.
  • open weave fabric
  • open-weave linens

Examples

  • This linen shirt has an open weave, making it lightweight and breathable for summer weather.

  • Designers often choose open weaves for curtains, as they let in natural light while providing some privacy.

  • The artisan demonstrated how to create an open weave pattern using basic weaving techniques.

  • The curtains were made from an open weave that allowed plenty of natural light to filter through.

  • This is an open weave.

  • What an open weave design!

  • The summer dress was made from an open weave, allowing for a light and airy feel.

Synonyms

meshwork
vsopen weave
1 7.9

An open structure of threads or wires woven like a net

is fabric made with widely spaced threads leaving visible gaps
openwork
vsopen weave
1 8.0

Decorative work with a pattern of holes like lace

is functional fabric construction rather than ornamental work

How Open

lace
79 2.0
open weave
  • Specialized
1 4.5

Surface Forms

open weave singular
open weaves plural

Morphology

open + weave

The adjective 'open' (having openings) directly modifies 'weave' (pattern of interlaced threads), so a learner who knows both words can readily infer a weave with visible gaps or widely spaced threads. This is a straightforward adjective+noun compositional pattern common across languages, making the meaning predictable for a B1 learner.

Etymology

Open weave comes from a simple image: the weave is open, with threads left far apart so you can see small 'gaps' in the cloth. That's why it describes fabric that lets light and air through and feels 'light and breathable'.