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Term: Selvage

Description:

The selvage, also spelled as selvedge, refers to the self-finished edge of a woven fabric or textile. It is the narrow strip or border that runs parallel to the lengthwise grain on both sides of the fabric. Selvages are often stronger and more tightly woven than the rest of the fabric, as they prevent fraying or unraveling of the material.

Senses:

Noun: Selvage

1. The self-finished edge of a woven fabric or textile.

2. The supposed ability of something to prevent fraying or unraveling.

Verb: Selvage

1. To finish the edge of a woven fabric or textile to prevent fraying.

Examples:

Noun Examples:

1. The quilt maker admired the beautifully woven selvage of the fabric.

2. The selvage of the denim jeans was reinforced to ensure durability.

3. The selvages of the silk scarf featured intricate gold threading.

Verb Examples:

1. She carefully selvaged the raw edges of the fabric to ensure a neat finish.

2. The tailor selvages all the seams of his garments for added durability.

3. The weaver selvages the edges of the rug to prevent it from unraveling.

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