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uncarded

uncarded

1 9.8
Wool or fiber that is not brushed to clean and untangle it
  • adjective
  • /ʌnˈkɑrdɪd/
  • Specialized
: sin cardar
  • She prefers using uncarded fibers for her projects.

Examples

  • The factory received several bags of uncarded wool from the farm.

  • Spinners often prefer uncarded fibers for certain traditional techniques.

  • Because it was uncarded, the wool contained bits of grass and seeds.

  • The uncarded wool was difficult to spin.

  • The artist preferred using uncarded wool to create unique textures in her sculptures.

  • Farmers often sell uncarded wool directly to crafters who appreciate its natural state.

  • When spinning yarn, it's important to start with uncarded fibers for the best results.

Synonyms

unprocessed
vsuncarded
6 3.4

Not changed from its natural form

is not passed through carding, focusing on fibers left tangled
unfiltered
vsuncarded
4 4.3

Not cleaned or changed and kept in a natural state

is not passed through carding, not simply lacking general cleaning
unrefined
vsuncarded
2 4.4

In its natural raw state without processing

is not passed through carding, keeping fibers tangled not purified
untreated
vsuncarded
  • Specialized
1 4.4

Not stained or dyed for study under a microscope

is not passed through carding, differing from chemical or dye treatment
undressed
vsuncarded
1 7.1

Material like wood or stone that is not prepared for use

is not passed through carding, which applies to fibers not general materials

Surface Forms

uncarded positive

Morphology

uncarded = carded (transparent) = un + card + ed

Formed by negating the past-participial/adjectival 'carded' with productive English prefix 'un-', yielding the obvious meaning 'not carded'.

Etymology

Uncarded starts with un- meaning 'not' and the root card which meant 'to comb' or clean fibers, like combing your hair. So uncarded describes wool or fibers that are 'not combed' and may still have bits of grass or dirt.