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to leno

to leno

9.9
To twist nearby threads while weaving so the fabric has open, stable holes
  • verb
  • Specialized
translation icon : tejer en leno
  • The artisan demonstrated how to leno the fabric to create a strong, open mesh.

Examples

  • She decided to leno the scarf, giving it a unique texture and appearance.

  • The artisan lenoed the cloth perfectly.

  • Students practiced leno techniques to produce lightweight, breathable textiles in class.

  • She will leno the fabric for the dress.

  • The artisan demonstrated how to leno the fabric to create a strong, open mesh.

  • Students practiced leno techniques to produce lightweight, breathable textiles in class.

  • She decided to leno the scarf, giving it a unique texture and appearance.

Surface Forms

leno infinitive
lenoed past
lenoed past participle
lenoing present participle
lenos third person singular

Etymology

To leno something is to make it with the leno weave, and a helpful way to remember this is to think of linen and the idea of twisting threads from 'flax' to make airy cloth. So to leno is to twist the warp threads while weaving to create a light, open textile.