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tufting

tufting

7.0
A way of making fabric by stitching loops of yarn to make a raised pattern
  • noun
  • /ˈtʌftɪŋ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : tufado
  • The tufting on this carpet adds a luxurious feel.

Examples

  • The tufting on the sofa adds a soft texture that enhances its style.

  • She learned the art of tufting to make her own decorative wall hangings.

  • The handmade pillow features beautiful tufting that adds texture to the design.

  • Carpet manufacturers often use tufting to create soft and durable floor coverings.

  • I love the tufting technique used in this upholstery.

  • She demonstrated the tufting technique by creating beautiful patterns on the fabric.

  • The intricate tufting on the rug gives it a unique and luxurious feel.

How Textured

plush
16 4.2
pile
4 5.8
tufting
  • Specialized
7.0
weave
35 4.2

Surface Forms

tufting singular
tuftings plural

Morphology

tufting = tuft (semi-transparent) = tuft + ing

The word is built regularly from 'tuft' + '-ing', but the textile-specific sense is somewhat specialized and not fully predictable for a learner.

Etymology

The word tufting comes from the simple word tuft, which means 'a small bunch of threads or hair'. So, tufting is the action of making those little bunches in fabric or cushions to create a soft, raised pattern.