worsted Definition
- 1a fine smooth yarn spun from combed long-staple wool
- 2a fabric made from worsted yarns, used chiefly for tailored suits
Using worsted: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "worsted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The suit is made of worsted wool.
Example
She knitted a sweater with worsted yarn.
Example
The mill produces high-quality worsteds for export.
worsted Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with worsted
Example
This pattern calls for worsted weight yarn.
worsted suit
a suit made from worsted wool, a fabric that is durable and drapes well
Example
He wore a navy blue worsted suit to the job interview.
a method of spinning wool fibers into a smooth, strong yarn by combing the fibers before spinning
Example
Worsted spinning produces a yarn that is smoother and stronger than woolen spinning.
Origins of worsted
from Worstead, a village in Norfolk, England where the yarn was first made
Summary: worsted in Brief
'Worsted' [wur-stid] refers to a fine, smooth yarn spun from combed long-staple wool and a fabric made from this yarn. It is commonly used for tailored suits and other garments. 'Worsted' also extends into phrases like 'worsted weight,' denoting a medium-weight yarn, and 'worsted spinning,' referring to a method of spinning wool fibers into a smooth, strong yarn.
