raveling

/ˈræv(ə)lɪŋ/
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Other forms: ravelings

Definitions of raveling
  1. noun
    a bit of fiber that has become separated from woven fabric
    synonyms: ravelling
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    type of:
    fiber, fibre
    a slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn
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