selvage
Pronunciation: [ˈsɛlvɪdʒ]
Word
Context: "textiles"
(noun) the edge of a piece of fabric that is finished so it doesn't fall apart. It's like the special border that keeps the fabric nice and neat, similar to how a frame keeps a picture looking good.
Example
The selvage of the fabric was perfectly stitched, making it easy to work with.
Example
The fabric had no selvage, which caused the edges to fray and become messy.
Example
Can you show me how to cut the fabric along the selvage?
Context: "construction"
(noun) the edge of a weaving in textiles that can be used for strengthening the fabric. It’s a bit like the edges around a carpet that keep it from unraveling.
Example
She used the selvage to create a strong seam in her quilt.
Example
Without a proper selvage, the quilt pieces started to come apart.
Example
What do you do if the fabric doesn't have a selvage?
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