off-grain
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/ɔf ɡreɪn/
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/ɒf ɡreɪn/
misaligned fibers
Etymology
Etymology Information
'off-grain' originates from the English words 'off' and 'grain', where 'off' meant 'away from' and 'grain' referred to the natural alignment of fibers in a material.
Historical Evolution
'Off-grain' has been used in textile and sewing contexts to describe materials not aligned with their natural grain.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'away from the natural alignment of fibers', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not aligned with the natural grain of the fabric or material.
The fabric was cut off-grain, causing it to drape unevenly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45